A male client who has a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)is seen in the emergency department with complaints of chest pain,shortness of breath,and inability to concentrate,along with feelings of overwhelming anxiety.The nurse uses Maslow's theory to triage the client's complaints,knowing that which complaint must be addressed first?

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According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs,the nurse first must address shortness of breath,followed by chest pain,and then feelings of overwhelming anxiety and inability to concentrate.Even though,based on his diagnostic history,this client may be having a panic attack,the nurse cannot ignore basic needs that are not being met first.

A Male Client Who Has a Diagnosis of Generalized Anxiety