A Frail,older Patient Is in the Emergency Department in Severe

question 5

Multiple Choice

A frail,older patient is in the emergency department in severe respiratory distress.The patient has had repeated hospitalizations for the same thing.After stabilizing the patient,which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A)Determine what the patient's end-of-life wishes are.
• B)Assess the family caregiver for compliance with treatment.
• C)Administer intravenous (IV)fluids at a rapid rate.
• D)Prepare to vaccinate the patient against pneumonia.

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