A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department with a Penetrating

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient is brought to the emergency department with a penetrating wound to the neck. The patient is dyspneic and cyanotic, and has evidence of subcutaneous emphysema. Which intervention does the nurse prioritize?

• A) Intubation
• B) Notification of next of kin
• C) X-ray of the cervical spine
• D) Administration of an IV beta blocker

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