Exhibits Following the fluid bolus, the client is more awake and able to answer questions. What questions are appropriate for the secondary survey? Select all that apply.
Explanation & Rationale
- A) Knowing the medications the patient takes is crucial for understanding her medical history and any potential interactions with treatments that may be administered. - B) Understanding the events leading up to the fall can help in assessing the cause and potential injuries sustained, which is important for her current and future treatment plans. - C) Information about the last meal is important for anesthesia considerations, in case surgery is required, and for understanding the patient's nutritional status. - D) Knowing if the patient is pregnant is vital as it influences the management of her care and the urgency of certain tests, as well as the avoidance of potential harm to the fetus. - E) Information about cohabitants can be useful for social support and may also provide additional information about the circumstances leading to the injury. - F) While insurance status is a practical consideration, it is not clinically relevant to the secondary survey and immediate care of the patient. Therefore, it is not an appropriate question at this stage.