Multiple Choice
A patient who has burns on the arms,legs,and chest from a house fire has become agitated and restless 8 hours after being admitted to the hospital. Which action should the nurse take first?
A) Stay at the bedside and reassure the patient.
B) Administer the ordered morphine sulfate IV.
C) Assess orientation and level of consciousness.
D) Use pulse oximetry to check oxygen saturation.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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