A patient who is unconscious after a fall from a ladder is transported to the emergency department by emergency medical personnel. During the primary survey of the patient, the nurse should
a. obtain a complete set of vital signs.
b. obtain a Glasgow Coma Scale score.
c. ask about chronic medical conditions.
d. attach a cardiac electrocardiogram monitor.
ANS: B
The Glasgow Coma Scale is included when assessing for disability during the primary survey. The other information is part of the secondary survey.
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