A Patient Who Is Unconscious After a Fall from a Ladder

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient who is unconscious after a fall from a ladder is transported to the emergency department by family members. During the primary survey of the patient, the nurse should

• A) assess the patient's vital signs.
• B) attach a cardiac electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor.
• C) obtain a Glasgow Coma Scale score.
• D) ask about chronic medical conditions.

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