The Second Day After Admission with a Fractured Pelvis,a 64-Year-Old

question 1

Multiple Choice

The second day after admission with a fractured pelvis,a 64-year-old patient suddenly develops confusion.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Take the blood pressure.
• B) Assess patient orientation.
• C) Check the oxygen saturation.
• D) Observe for facial asymmetry.

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