A Patient Who Has Been Involved in a Motor Vehicle

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient who has been involved in a motor vehicle crash is admitted to the emergency department ( ED ) with cool, clammy skin; tachycardia; and hypotension. Which of these prescribed interventions should the nurse implement first?

• A) Place the patient on continuous cardiac monitor.
• B) Draw blood to type and crossmatch for transfusions.
• C) Insert two 14-gauge IV catheters in antecubital space.
• D) Administer oxygen at 100% per non-rebreather mask.

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Definitions:

Escalation Behavior

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Decision-Making Effectiveness

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Group-To-Individual Transfer

The process by which knowledge, skills, or attitudes developed within a group setting are adopted by individual members.

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