A 23-year-old client is being seen at the university health clinic for chest pain. The nurse has gathered the following assessment data: temperature 99.2°F (tympanic), pulse 90 (apical), regular respirations 28, blood pressure 144/84 (left arm). Which assessment data should be of greatest concern to the nurse?

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Respirations 28 are significantly higher than the normal range (12-20 breaths per minute for a healthy adult), indicating potential respiratory distress or another underlying condition, which should be of greatest concern.

A 23-Year-Old Client Is Being Seen at the University Health