Question

41 of 50 a client arrives at the emergency department complaining of severe abdominal pain and is placed on npo status and acute pancreatitis is suspected. the nurse would assist to implement which action first? answer options 1 place a nasogastric tube 2 hydrate the client with intravenous fluids 3 ensure that the client receives intravenous pain medication 4 obtain vital signs and draw blood for laboratory analysis. rationale, strategy, reference, tip

Explanation:

In a medical - emergency situation, the first step is to assess the patient's overall condition. Obtaining vital signs (such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and temperature) and drawing blood for laboratory analysis helps in quickly determining the patient's baseline status and identifying any immediate life - threatening conditions or underlying pathologies related to the suspected acute pancreatitis. Other actions like placing a nasogastric tube, hydrating, or administering pain medication are important but secondary to the initial assessment.

Answer:

1. Obtain vital signs and draw blood for laboratory analysis