Multiple Choice
A patient is admitted to the emergency department with an open stab wound to the left chest. What action should the nurse take?
A) Keep the head of the patient's bed positioned flat.
B) Cover the wound tightly with an occlusive dressing.
C) Position the patient so that the left chest is dependent.
D) Tape a nonporous dressing on three sides over the wound.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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