A Patient with Burns of the Upper Thorax and Circumferential

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient with burns of the upper thorax and circumferential burns of both arms develops decreased radial pulses and loss of sensation in the fingers. The most appropriate action by the nurse is to

• A) notify the health care provider.
• B) increase the IV rate and re-evaluate (ROM) on the patient's arms.
• C) elevate the arms on pillows.
• Correct

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Rate of Return

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Rate of Return

The appreciation or depreciation in an investment's value over a set period, articulated as a percentage of the investment's buying price.