A client is brought to the emergency department (ED) after a motorcycle accident. The client has suffered a ruptured spleen. What is the immediate priority?
a. Emergent surgery to control bleeding
b. Aggressive pain control
c. Calling the family members
d. Assessment of neurologic status
A
Emergent surgery is indicated when the client may die without immediate intervention. Other interventions are appropriate but do not have the priority because controlling hemorrhage via surgery is the priority.
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