A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Room with the Following

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient is brought to the emergency room with the following symptoms: body temperature of 102° F,blood pressure 90/60,a WBC of 2.0 cells/liter,and disseminated intravascular coagulation.This person has gram-negative rods growing in his blood.What is responsible for this condition?

• A) Exotoxin
• B) Extracellular enzymes
• C) Endotoxin
• D) Exfoliating toxin

Recognize the role of the nurse in emergency response and rapid assessment.

Identify the significance of comprehensive discharge planning for patients with complex needs.

Describe the benefits of standardized care plans and unit standards of care.

Articulate the rationale behind setting both short-term and long-term goals in patient care.