During a Disaster Drill, a Patient Presents with an Open

question 3

Multiple Choice

During a disaster drill, a patient presents with an open left femur fracture, BP 134/78 mmHg, pulse 102 beats/minute, and pedal pulses 1+/4+ bilaterally.Into which category would the nurse triage this patient?

• A) Expectant
• B) Delayed
• C) Immediate
• D) Minimal

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Definitions:

Controlling Appetite

The regulation of food intake, usually aiming to maintain a healthy weight or meet dietary goals.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that controls functions such as hunger, thirst, emotions, and the autonomic nervous system.

Regulating Eating

The process of controlling food intake and dietary habits for health, weight management, or psychological well-being.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, such as heartbeat and digestion.