When Preparing to Rewarm a Patient with Hypothermia, the Nurse

question 12

Multiple Choice

When preparing to rewarm a patient with hypothermia, the nurse will plan to

• A) attach a cardiac monitor.
• B) insert a urinary catheter.
• C) assist with endotracheal intubation.
• D) keep inotropic drugs available.

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Definitions:

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