Multiple Choice
A client is admitted to the emergency department in a sickle cell crisis.The nurse assesses the client and documents the following clinical findings: temperature 102°F,O2 saturation of 89%,and complaints of severe abdominal pain.Based on the assessment findings,which intervention is the greatest priority?
A) Apply oxygen per nasal cannula at 3 L/minute.
B) Assess and document peripheral pulses.
C) Administer morphine sulfate 10 mg IM.
D) Administer Tylenol 650 mg by mouth.
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