A nurse is caring for a client who has sustained burns over…

A nurse is caring for a client who has sustained burns over 35% of his total body surface area.  Most of the burns are full-thickness burns on the arms, face, neck and shoulders.  The client’s voice has become hoarse.  He has a brassy cough and is drooling.  These findings are indications of which of the following?

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client in the emerge…

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client in the emergency department and reports severe radiating chest pain and shortness of breath.  The client appears restless, frightened and slightly cyanotic.  The provider prescribes oxygen by nasal cannula at 4 L/min stat, cardiac enzyme levels, and a 12-lead EKG.  Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?