A pregnant woman is being excavated from the back seat of a motor vehicle after a crash. In which order should this victim receive emergency care?
1. Apply oxygen.
2. Establish an airway.
3. Monitor fetal activity.
4. Position on the left side.
5. Administer intravenous fluids.
2, 1, 5, 4, 3
Explanation:
1. Applying oxygen occurs after an airway is established.
2. The first action is to establish an airway.
3. Monitoring fetal activity occurs after the victim is stabilized.
4. Positioning on the left side helps prevent hypotension.
5. Intravenous fluids are provided to prevent shock and maintain circulation.
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