Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
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A client is admitted to the emergency room with a gunshot wound to the right arm. After dressing the wound and administering the prescribed antibiotic, the nurse should:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Immobilizing the arm with a splint prevents further tissue damage and promotes healing, which is a priority after initial wound care and antibiotic administration. Checking for allergies should have been done prior to administering antibiotics, and pain management, while important, is secondary to stabilization.