A 59-year-old male presents with sudden-onset severe lower back pain. He is conscious and alert, but very restless and diaphoret
ic. Your assessment reveals a pulsating mass to the left of his umbilicus. You should:_______. a. vigorously palpate the abdomen to establish pain severity.
b. administer oxygen and prepare for immediate transport.
c. request a paramedic unit to give the patient pain medication.
d. place the patient in a sitting position and transport at once.
vent your feelings and just say what you think.Don't hold back how you feel express your frustration or emotion so that whatever is wrong can be fixed and or handled.
