A client who sustained a pulmonary contusion in a motor vehicle accident develops a pulmonary embolism. Which nursing diagnosis takes priority with this client?
a) Excess fluid volume related to excess sodium intake
b) Acute pain related to tissue trauma
c) Ineffective breathing pattern related to tissue trauma
d) Activity intolerance related to insufficient energy to carry out activities of daily living
Answer: c) Ineffective breathing pattern related to tissue trauma
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A. Intense thirst, abdominal pain and vomiting. B. Seizures. C. Acetone breath. D. Warm, red and dry skin.
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The last step in performing manual capillary puncture is to ________.
A. remove the gloves B. perform hand hygiene C. apply a bandage over clean gauze at the puncture site D. record the procedure in the patient's medical record
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