Nurses must recognize early teas warning signs to protect perfusion, oxygenation, and neurologic status. Start with focused assessment, trend vital signs, and escalate when instability appears.
Clinical Priorities
- Assess stability first — airway, breathing, circulation, and neurologic status.
- Connect signs to likely causes without delaying escalation when red flags appear.
- Document trends, communicate changes, and verify orders before administration.
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