Asked by Nicole Wynters on May 17, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a trauma patient who has just arrived to the emergency room.The nurse listens to the patient's lung sounds,palpates the patient's peripheral pulses,and obtains vital signs.What is the best description of the nurse's actions?
A) Establishing priorities for outcomes
B) Performing a physical examination
C) Demonstrating diagnostic reasoning
D) Setting time frames for interventions
Emergency Room
A department within a hospital where patients with urgent medical needs are treated, staffed by specialized medical personnel.
Physical Examination
A comprehensive assessment conducted by a healthcare professional to evaluate the body for signs of disease or abnormalities.
Peripheral Pulses
The detectable beats of blood vessels located away from the heart, such as in the wrists and feet, indicating circulatory health.
- Gain an understanding of the nursing process stages and how they are applied in treating patients.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the nursing process stages and how they are applied in treating patients.
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