Question

Client known to have alcohol dependence is admitted to the emergency department with a temperature of 99° f (37.2° c), a pulse of 110 beats/minute, respirations of 26 breaths/minute, and blood pressure of 150/98 mm hg. the blood alcohol level is 0.25%. now the client is becoming belligerent and uncooperative. in which order, from first to last, should the nursing and medical prescriptions be implemented? all options must be used.

Answer 1

The medical team should address the client's needs in the following order: bring the blood pressure down, work to lower the blood alcohol level, and slow the heart rate while continuing to monitor his breathing and the body temperature.