A 22-year-old male was punched in the abdomen several times. You find him lying on his left side with his knees drawn up. He is conscious and alert and complains of increased pain and nausea when he tries to straighten his legs. His blood pressure is 142/82 mm Hg, his pulse rate is 110 beats/min and strong, and his respirations are 22 breaths/min and regular. In addition to administering high-flow oxygen, you should:
- transport him in the position in which you found him.
List eight areas of recommendations covered by Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Consume a healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level
Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from added sugars[3]
Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats[4]
Consume less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day of sodium
If alcohol is consumed, it should be consumed in moderation—up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men—and only by adults of legal drinking age.
Increase vegetable and fruit intake.
Replace protein foods that are higher in solid
fats with choices that are lower in solid fats and calories and/or are sources of oils
Reduce the intake of calories from solid fats and added sugars.
