A Child Is Brought to the Emergency Department in a Coma

question 6

Multiple Choice

A child is brought to the emergency department in a coma. The mother thinks the child may have ingested a poison. The nurse will assess: Standard Text: Select all that apply.

• A)For burns around the mouth.
• B)The child's breath.
• C)The child's vomitus.
• D)Hair samples.
• E)Blood and urine toxicology screens.

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