When a Patient Arrives in the Emergency Department with a Sucking

question 32

Multiple Choice

When a patient arrives in the emergency department with a sucking wound to the left chest,the nurse should:

• A) place several layers of gauze dressing over the wound.
• B) place the patient in a supine position.
• C) cover the wound with an airtight dressing taped on three sides.
• D) turn the patient to the left side.

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