Asked by Yamaris Estrella on Jul 03, 2024
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An unconscious person is brought to the emergency department by a friend. The friend found the person in a bedroom at a college fraternity party. Semen is observed on the person's underclothes. The priority actions of staff members should focus on:
A) maintaining gas exchange.
B) preserving rape evidence.
C) obtaining a description of the rape.
D) determining what drug was ingested.
Rape Evidence
Physical or testimonial evidence collected in cases of sexual assault, typically during a forensic examination.
Gas Exchange
The biological process through which oxygen is absorbed and carbon dioxide is released within the lungs and at a cellular level.
Ingested Drug
A substance taken orally and absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract for medicinal or recreational purposes.
- Understand the priorities in the care of unconscious victims of sexual assault.
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Carlos VarelaJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Because the patient is unconscious, the risk for respiratory depression and airway obstruction is present; therefore, the nurse's priority focus is to maintain gas exchange. The incorrect options are of lower priority than preserving physiologic functioning.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the priorities in the care of unconscious victims of sexual assault.