A Patient Is Admitted to the Emergency Department in a Sickle

question 21

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted to the emergency department in a sickle cell crisis. The nurse assesses the patient and documents the following clinical findings: temperature 102°F, O₂ saturation of 89%, and complaints of severe abdominal pain. Based on the assessment findings, which intervention is the greatest priority?

• A)Apply oxygen per nasal cannula at 3 L/minute.
• B)Assess and document peripheral pulses.
• C)Administer morphine sulfate 10 mg IM.
• D)Administer Tylenol 650 mg by mouth.

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