Multiple Choice
The nurse is providing care to a farmworker who was pinned against a steel gate by a horse.Deformation of the patient's pelvis and femurs is obvious,but little blood is present on the patient's clothing.Initial blood pressure is 110/68 mm Hg.What nursing interventions are indicated? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
A) Initiate intravenous access with a 16-gauge catheter.
B) Start fluid resuscitation with normal saline.
C) Prepare to administer vasopressor medication.
D) Turn the patient to assess for injuries to the back.
E) Prepare to insert a chest tube.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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