You have arrived by the side of a lethargic patient who is allergic to latex and was exposed to it when she spilled a latex-containing powder on her right hand. She is only able to speak a few words with each breath. Additionally, her tongue is swollen and respirations are rapid, labored, and noisy. What action is your immediate priority?
A) Insert an oropharyngeal airway.
B) Wash the latex powder from the patient's hand.
C) Obtain a heart rate and blood pressure.
D) Start positive pressure ventilation.
D
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a. The elderly have the lowest suicide rate of any age group in the United States. b. The elderly are less likely to seek help for depression and suicidal ideation than younger people. c. Elderly women are more likely to commit suicide than elderly men. d. The elderly are less likely to turn anger and sorrow inward rather than expressing these emotions outward.
Which nutrient would the nurse encourage the patient to consume for thyroid hormone synthesis?
a. Zinc b. Sodium c. Iodine d. Calcium