A 26-Year-Old Man Was Helping a Friend Replace a Roof

question 46

Multiple Choice

A 26-year-old man was helping a friend replace a roof on his backyard shed after work on a hot July afternoon.His friend brought him to the hospital after the patient complained of severe muscle cramps and became confused.Which of the following should the admitting nurse do first when assessing the patient?

• A) Place the patient in a tub of iced water.
• B) Take the patient's temperature.
• C) Remove fans to prevent premature chilling.
• D) Apply a hyperthermia blanket to lower temperature slowly.

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Definitions:

Sickle Cell Anemia

A genetic blood disorder characterized by the production of abnormal, crescent-shaped red blood cells, leading to various complications such as pain and anemia.

Sickle Cell Anemia

A genetic blood disorder where red blood cells assume a sickle shape, leading to reduced oxygen transport and various health complications.

Blood Viscosity

A measure of the resistance of blood to flow, affecting its ability to circulate efficiently through the body.

Vasoocclusive Crisis

A painful episode commonly seen in sickle cell anemia, where blood circulation is obstructed by sickled red blood cells, causing tissue ischemia and pain.