3. Prioritize the actions of the physicians and nurses in the trauma situation. Nurse PPE is...

  

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3. Prioritize the actions of the physicians and nurses in the trauma situation. Nurse PPE is the first priority for safety. -Asses the situation and get as much information as possible about the nature of the injury. - Determine whether resuscitation is needed or not. - Primary survey is done to rapidly identify and manage immediate threats to life. In this case patient is bleeding so the priority is CAB: circulation, airway and breathing. In addition, the nurse is monitoring all vital signs (BP, RR, Temp, Pulse Ox). Next, the nurse would insert a Foley and NG tube, hang IV fluids and blood and designate other responsibilities accordingly. Physician: Initial assessment circulation airway breathing (CAB) Insert chest tube Insert Central line 3. Prioritize the actions of the physicians and nurses in the trauma situation. Nurse PPE is the first priority for safety. -Asses the situation and get as much information as possible about the nature of the injury. - Determine whether resuscitation is needed or not. - Primary survey is done to rapidly identify and manage immediate threats to life. In this case patient is bleeding so the priority is CAB: circulation, airway and breathing. In addition, the nurse is monitoring all vital signs (BP, RR, Temp, Pulse Ox). Next, the nurse would insert a Foley and NG tube, hang IV fluids and blood and designate other responsibilities accordingly. Physician: Initial assessment circulation airway breathing (CAB) Insert chest tube Insert Central line

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