A Patient Is Admitted with Suspected Septic Shock

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted with suspected septic shock.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Obtain patient temperature.
• B) Insert an IV access device.
• C) Determine if the patient has any medication allergies.
• D) Reassure the patient that everything possible will be done.

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