Question

A 28-year-old male was struck in the chest with a baseball bat during an altercation. He is conscious and alert and complains of severe chest pain. Your assessment reveals a large area of ecchymosis over the sternum and a rapid, irregular pulse. In addition to providing supplemental oxygen, you should:______.A. prepare for immediate transport.B. apply bulky dressings to the sternum.C. determine if he has cardiac problems.D. apply an AED and assess his BP.

Answer 1

Answer: c

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Answer 2

If my assessment reveals a large area of ecchymosis over the sternum and a rapid, irregular pulse. In addition to providing supplemental oxygen, I will ‘determine if he has cardiac problems.’

Step-by-step explanation:

If he has cardiac problem after determining the next step is to prepare for immediate evacuation.