The Patient: A 35-year-old female. The Situation: The patient is admitted with a diagnosis of abdominal pain and diarrhea. The Question: Which action should the nurse take first?

The Patient: A 35-year-old female. The Situation: The patient is admitted with a diagnosis of abdominal pain and diarrhea. The Question: Which action should the nurse take first?


A. Give the patient an anti-nauseous medication.

B. Initiate Intravenous fluids.



Answer: B. Initiate Intravenous fluids.


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