The Patient's Lower Chest Has Been Punctured with a Knife

question 18

Multiple Choice

The patient's lower chest has been punctured with a knife that is still in place. What should the nurse's first action be?

• A) Remove the knife
• B) Apply an airtight dressing over the wound
• C) Place the patient in a modified Trendelenburg position
• D) Immobilize the knife with dressings and tape

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Definitions:

Tariffs

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Nontariff Barrier

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Arbitration

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Forum Selection Clause

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