This is a common cause of death after chest trauma because it frequently leads to the development of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) or pneumonia.
A. Cardiac tamponade
B. Hypothermia
C. Neurogenic shock
D. Pulmonary contusion
Answer: D. Pulmonary contusion
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1. 50–70. 2. 35–50. 3. 20–35. 4. Below 20.
Problem-focused triggers in the Iowa Model are more akin to an EBP path than a research utilization path
A) True B) False
The client has an order for the drug digitalis, which has the effect of decreasing the heart rate. Which site should the nurse use to obtain a pulse rate prior to administering the medication?
a. Radial b. Temporal c. Apical d. Brachial
An analysis of a patient's sperm shows the sperm are not developing motility. Which body structure should the nurse suspect is not functioning at the optimal level in this patient?
1. prostate 2. epididymis 3. scrotum 4. penis