A patient is seen in the emergency department with chest pain and hypotension. Which type of assessment should the nurse do at this time?

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Since the patient is hemodynamically unstable, an emergency assessment is needed. Comprehensive and focused assessments may be needed after the patient is stabilized. Subjective information is needed, but objective data such as vital signs also are essential for the unstable patient.

A Patient Is Seen in the Emergency Department with Chest