NCLEX PRACTICE EPISODE 1

A patient is admitted with lacerated liver as a result of blunt abdominal trauma. Which of the following nursing interventions would NOT be appropriate for this patient?

Correct Answer: C. Administer pain medications as ordered. Pain medication may mask signs and symptoms of hemorrhage, further decrease blood pressure, and interfere with assessment of neurologic status and additional abdominal injury.

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A patient is admitted with lacerated liver as a result of blunt abdominal trauma. Which of the following nursing interventions would NOT be appropriate for this patient?

A. Monitor for respiratory distress. B. Monitor for coagulation studies. C. Administer pain medications as ordered. D. Administer normal saline, crystalloids as ordered.

NCLEX EPISODE 1

Correct Answer: C. Administer pain medications as ordered. Pain medication may mask signs and symptoms of hemorrhage, further decrease blood pressure, and interfere with assessment of neurologic status and additional abdominal injury.

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