Septic Shock CASE STUDY 1

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Septic Shock Case: Joseph Bender, a 74-year-old make arrived in the ER unconscious, with stab wounds to the right upper abdomen and lower-right chest which he sustained after being confronted with a... n intruder in his home. When paramedics arrived, they started 2 large-bore IVs and infused lactated ringers wide open. An ET tube was inserted and ventilations with 100% oxygen was started. He arrives in the ER and two chest tubes are immediately inserted. 500 ml of red drainage was returned from the lower chest tube. Vitals are as follows: BP 70/50 mm HG; HR 125bpm; R 30 breaths/min; Temp 37°C (98.6°F). Weight 165 lb (74kg) 1. What is your priority nursing assessment at this time? [Show More]

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