A Patient with Possible Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Arrives in the Emergency

question 29

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 of these physician orders will the nurse implement first?

• A) Administer morphine sulfate 4 mg IV.
• B) Infuse normal saline 500 mL over 30 minutes.
• C) Draw blood for complete blood count and coagulation studies.
• D) Give acetaminophen ( Tylenol ) 650 mg for temperature 102° F or higher.