A 45-year-old male is brought to the emergency department af…
A 45-year-old male is brought to the emergency department after being stranded in subzero temperatures for several hours. The nurse notes pale, hard toes and blistering on several fingers. The client reports severe tingling and numbness. Vital signs are: Temp 35.2°C, HR 110 bpm, BP 88/54 mmHg, RR 22, SpO₂ 91%. Laboratory results show: CBC: WBC 15,000/mm³, Hemoglobin 18 g/dL; Electrolytes: Na⁺ 132 mEq/L, K⁺ 5.5 mEq/L. Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.
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