Multiple Choice
When caring for a patient who was admitted 24 hours previously with a C5 spinal cord injury, which nursing action has the highest priority?
A) Continuous cardiac monitoring for bradycardia
B) Administration of methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) infusion
C) Assessment of respiratory rate and depth
D) Application of pneumatic compression devices to both legs
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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