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The Nurse Conducts an Admission Assessment for a Patient Who

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The nurse conducts an admission assessment for a patient who presents in the emergency department (ED) . Which patient statements support the healthcare provider's differential diagnosis of pericarditis? Select all that apply.


A) "I have a productive cough on most days."
B) "I have swelling in my lower legs and feet."
C) "I get short of breath when walking to my mailbox."
D) "I have chest pain that seems to radiate to my shoulder blades."
E) "I have to sleep with several pillows or I have trouble breathing."

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