Question

Following direct trauma to the left upper back, a 44-year-old male presents with diaphoresis and restlessness. his blood pressure is 100/50 mm hg, his pulse rate is 120 beats/min and weak, and his respirations are 24 breaths/min and labored. your assessment reveals abrasions and contusions over the left scapula. you should:

Answer 1

  Following direct trauma to the left upper back, a 44-year-old male presents with diaphoresis and restlessness. His blood pressure is 100/50 mm Hg, his pulse rate is 120 beats/min and weak, and his respirations are 24 breaths/min and labored. Your assessment reveals abrasions and contusions over the left scapula. You should:
- apply high-flow oxygen, consider spinal precautions, and transport without delay.