A Trauma Client with Multiple Open Wounds Is Brought to the Emergency

question 18

Multiple Choice

A trauma client with multiple open wounds is brought to the emergency department in cardiac arrest.What should the nurse do before providing advanced cardiac life support?

• A) Contact the on-call orthopedic surgeon.
• B) Don personal protective equipment.
• C) Notify the Rapid Response Team.
• D) Obtain a complete history from the paramedic.

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