Awareness of the prehospital management of a spinal cord injury (SCI) is critical to T.W.'s
ultimate neurologic outcome. What actions will the nurse take to ensure this goal is met?
What will be an ideal response?
Take a thorough history of the accident and all subsequent events until the arrival of emergency
medical technicians (EMTs) or other medical first responder. Make certain each first responder's
transport information is incorporated into the patient's chart.
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a. Introduction b. Review c. Résumé d. Composite
Treatment of adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) includes:
a. administration of surfactant therapy b. clear liquid diet c. administration of oxygen via a reservoir mask d. supportive care until the underlying cause is found and treated
Persons with endotracheal tubes cannot:
a. Breathe b. Sleep c. Move d. Speak
Counselors who work with individuals with Bipolar I should seek personal support because:
a. Counselors always consult with others for every case b. Those with Bipolar I have a high rate of suicide c. The state requires counselors to do so d. This is stated in the ACA Code of Ethics