A Patient with Possible Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Arrives in the Emergency

question 20

Multiple Choice

A patient with possible disseminated intravascular coagulation arrives in the emergency department with a blood pressure of 82/40,temperature 102° F (38.9° C) ,and severe back pain.Which physician order will the nurse implement first?

• A) Administer morphine sulfate 4 mg IV.
• B) Give acetaminophen (Tylenol) 650 mg.
• C) Infuse normal saline 500 mL over 30 minutes.
• D) Schedule complete blood count and coagulation studies.

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