A 16-year-old male with a history of sickle cell disease is…
A 16-year-old male with a history of sickle cell disease is admitted to the hospital with a sickle cell crisis. The patient complains of severe generalized pain, especially in his back and chest. His vital signs are as follows:Vital Signs: Blood Pressure Heart Rate Respiratory Rate Temperature Oxygen Saturation (SpO2) 130/80 110 24 101°F (38.3 C) 90% on room air Which of the following interventions should the nurse perform first?
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