A Patient with a Penetrating Abdominal Wound Is Identified as Having

question 26

Multiple Choice

A patient with a penetrating abdominal wound is identified as having a Class IV hemorrhage. What should the nurse expect to assess? Select all that apply.

• A) Heart rate 160
• B) Respiratory rate 28
• C) Mean arterial pressure 50
• D) Capillary refill 5 seconds
• E) Mild decrease in urine output

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