A patient tells the nurse, "After I leave here, I need to get to the dentist. My upper teeth are hurting and I don't know why." What should the nurse do?

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The nurse should assess the patient for a sinus infection as upper teeth pain can often be a symptom of a sinus infection. The nurse should gather more information about the patient's symptoms and provide appropriate education or referrals as needed.

A Patient Tells the Nurse, "After I Leave Here, I