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BCEN CEN Practice Question

A patient presents with acute onset severe abdominal pain, tachycardia, and hypotension. On examination, the abdomen is rigid and tympanic. A chest X-ray reveals free air under the diaphragm. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize to align most closely with the current standards of care for this patient?

  • Administer broad-spectrum antibiotics

  • Administer IV analgesics and antipyretics

  • Obtain an abdominal computed tomography (CT) scan

  • Prepare the patient for surgery and notify the surgical team immediately

BCEN CEN
Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, Gynecology, and Obstetrical
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