BCEN CFRN Practice Question

A flight nurse is called to transport a 7-year-old child who has sustained a significant head injury after falling from a tree. Which of the following interventions is the BEST initial action to prevent secondary brain injury during transport?

  • Administer intravenous fluids to prevent hypovolemia and maintain blood pressure.

  • Ensure the airway is patent and administer supplemental oxygen to maintain adequate oxygenation.

  • Place the child in a Trendelenburg position to enhance cerebral perfusion.

  • Request immediate administration of corticosteroids to reduce cerebral edema.

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