A Client Is Admitted to the Emergency Department in a Sickle

question 19

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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