The nurse is caring for a client who has suffered a severe trauma with pelvic and femur fractures. Because the injuries can lead to shock, the nurse should plan for which treatment?
1. Endotracheal intubation
2. Multiple transfusions
3. Application of femur and pelvic splints
4. Pneumatic antishock garment (PASG)
Answer: 4
1. There is no indication that the client's airway is compromised.
2. Multiple transfusions might be indicated; however, this is not the priority action.
3. Splints would not improve shock.
4. PASGs, or MAST trousers, stabilize the pelvic and femoral fractures and raise the blood pressure, providing for rapid treatment of shock.
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