A client with multiple injuries is brought to the Emergency Department (ED) by ambulance. The client has an intact airway and has adequate spontaneous respirations. The ED nurse does not see any active bleeding, but will suspect internal hemorrhage based on which assessment finding?

A client is admitted to the Emergency Department (ED) after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. The client has multiple injuries with a large laceration to the lower extremity and is hypotensive. After establishing an airway and adequate ventilation, the ED will prioritize what aspect of care next?

A nurse is teaching a nursing student about defibrillation. Which statement by the nurse is correct concerning defibrillation?

A nurse is teaching a nursing student about fluid resuscitation of a trauma client. Which of the following statements is true regarding fluid resuscitation during the care of a trauma client? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse collaborates with an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to provide care for a client. Which instructions should the nurse provide to the UAP when delegating care for this client? (Select all that apply.)

An industrial site has experienced a radiation leak and workers who have been potentially affected are en route to the hospital. Which action is essential to minimize the risks of contaminating the hospital?

A client has a cardiac arrest while visiting with his family. Resuscitation measures are initiated while the family is still in the room. What is the best initial action for the nurse to take?

An emergency room nurse is caring for a trauma client. Which interventions might the nurse perform during the primary survey? (Select all that apply.)

An emergency department nurse has just received a client with burn injuries brought in by ambulance. The paramedics have started a large-bore IV and covered the burn in cool towels. The burn is estimated as covering 24% of the client’s body. How will the nurse best address the pathophysiologic changes resulting from major burns during the initial burn-shock period?

A client on a medical-surgical floor receiving a levofloxacin suddenly becomes extremely anxious and complains of itching. The nurse hears stridor and notes generalized urticaria and hypotension. Which are the priority nursing actions for this client?