A female patient is experiencing abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and fatigue. What should the nurse do first?
A) Monitor the patient for signs of shock
B) Ascertain from the patient if she has been sexually active to rule out pregnancy
C) Assume a pregnancy and prepare to determine the viability of the fetus
D) Prepare for IV blood transfusion
Ans: A
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