A client is beginning the initial treatment of a major burn in the emergency room. Which of the following interventions would not be completed?
1. Inserting an indwelling urinary catheter
2. Intubatng the patient
3. Giving oral medications for pain management
4. Starting an intravenous solution of Ringer's lactate
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Large burns cause decreased peristalsis, and therefore nothing should be given by mouth. Clients with large burns may vomit, and attention is needed to prevent them from aspirating vomitus. Prophylactic intubation may be initiated if any heat or smoke has been inhaled. Fluid replacement and urine output are necessary for the treatment of the burn client.
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