A Client Recovering from a Motor Vehicle Crash Develops Hypotension

question 12

Multiple Choice

A client recovering from a motor vehicle crash develops hypotension and jugular distension with a tracheal deviation.Based on this data,which should the nurse suspect occurred?

• A) Hemorrhage
• B) Compensatory shock
• C) Hypovolemic shock
• D) Tension pneumothorax

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