Multiple Choice
A patient with extensive electrical burn injuries is admitted to the emergency department.Which prescribed intervention should the nurse implement first?
A) Assess oral temperature.
B) Check a potassium level.
C) Place on cardiac monitor.
D) Assess for pain at contact points.
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