You are on the scene of a 50-year-old male who lacerated his arm on a sheet of plate glass. he is pale, diaphoretic, and mumbling incoherently. you have controlled an arterial bleed with direct pressure. his blood pressure is 70/40, pulse 120, and respiratory rate of 28. which of the following signs is the most concerning?
a. altered mental status
b. tachycardia
c. blood pressure
d. respiratory rate

Andra has a family history of osteoporosis. her doctor advises her to eat foods rich in calcium. which foods should she add to her diet? a. fruits, especially grapes and berries b. unsaturated fats like olive and soybean oil c. beet greens, broccoli, and cheese

Bennett has trouble interacting with other students in school lately. he has become frustrated easily when asked to work in groups, and he has been withdrawing from class discussions. his teacher is worried about his

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?