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A Patient with Suspected Neurogenic Shock After a Diving Accident

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A patient with suspected neurogenic shock after a diving accident has arrived in the emergency department. A cervical collar is in place. Which actions should the nurse take ?


A) Prepare to administer atropine IV.
B) Obtain baseline body temperature.
C) Infuse large volumes of lactated Ringer's solution.
D) Provide high-flow O2 (100%) by nonrebreather mask.
E) Prepare for emergent intubation and mechanical ventilation.

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