A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department with a Penetrating

question 34

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. What does the nurse expect the physician to do initially?

• A)Intubate the patient because of the severe wound.
• B)Notify the next of kin regarding the patient's condition.
• C)Order x-rays of the lumbar area to assess for fractures.
• D)Administer a beta blocker to alleviate the sympathetic response.

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