A 52-year-old female was brutally assaulted by several perpetrators. Your assessment reveals that she is semiconscious, is breathing shallowly, and has a rapid heart rate. You note that there is blood in the region of her vagina. Appropriate management for this patient includes:
A. oxygen via nonrebreathing mask, placing gauze pads in the vagina, and IV therapy.
B. assisted ventilations, an absorbent pad over her vagina, and a head-to-toe assessment.
C. assisted ventilations, avoiding examination of the vagina, and placing a blanket on her.
D. insertion of a Combitube, an absorbent pad over the vagina, and 2 liters of crystalloid.
Ans: B. assisted ventilations, an absorbent pad over her vagina, and a head-to-toe assessment.
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