Which of the following problems is a priority in the care of a patient who has been burned and suffered smoke inhalation?
A) Pain
B) Fluid balance
C) Anxiety and fear
D) Airway management
Ans: D
Feedback: Systemic threats from a burn are the greatest threat to life. The ABCs of all trauma care apply during the early post-burn period, including airway management.
You might also like to view...
A nurse has integrated the principles of evidence-based practice into care. EBP has the potential to help the nurse achieve what goal?
A) Increasing career satisfaction B) Obtaining federal grant money C) Ensuring high quality patient care D) Enhancing the public's esteem for nursing
Which of the following is the most significant risk factor for esophageal cancer?
A) Delayed gastric emptying time B) Ingestion of 2 or more carbonated drinks daily C) Chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) D) Persistent hiccups
The patient is being admitted to the emergency department following a motor vehicle accident. The patient's jaw is broken with several broken teeth. The patient is ashen, has cool skin, and is diaphoretic
Which route will the nurse use to obtain an accurate temperature reading? a. Oral b. Axillary c. Tympanic d. Temporal
How many mg of magnesium sulfate are in 3 mL of a 50% solution?
a. 1,000 mg b. 1,500 mg c. 1,750 mg d. 2,000 mg