ATI RN
ATI Advanced Med Surg Exam 4 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
An unresponsive 79-yr-old patient is admitted to the emergency department (ED) during a summer heat wave. The patient's core temperature is 105.4° F (40.8° C), blood pressure (BP) is 88/50 mm Hg, and pulse is 112 beats/min. What action should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying wet sheets and a fan rapidly lowers core temperature to prevent organ damage.
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