43. A nurse is assessing a 74-year-old male patient for an e…
43. A nurse is assessing a 74-year-old male patient for an exercise program to be offered at the local hospital. Assessment findings and vital signs prior to and after exercise are recorded. The nurse should recognize his symptoms as associated with which? (See chart below.) Vital Signs Before Exercise Vital Signs After Exercise B/P – 132/70 B/P – 172/98 Pulse – 72 beats/minute Pulse – 152 beats/minute Respirations – 16 breaths/minute Respirations – 40 breaths/minute Skin pink and warm Skin color pale Respirations unlabored Dyspnea noted