A Patient with Massive Trauma and Possible Spinal Cord Injury

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient with massive trauma and possible spinal cord injury is admitted to the emergency department ( ED ) . Which finding by the nurse will help confirm a diagnosis of neurogenic shock?

• A) Cool, clammy skin
• B) Inspiratory crackles
• C) Apical heart rate 48 beats/min
• D) Temperature 101.2° F ( 38.4° C )

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