A person who is diabetic is brought into the Emergency Department by a friend who found him on the floor unconscious. The first nursing action would be to:
A)Ask the friend what happened and how long the client was unconscious
B)Assess the client for signs of head trauma when he collapsed
C)Obtain a blood sugar level and start an IV infusion
D)Contact the client's immediate family to come to the hospital

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The first action is to measure the glucose level, start an IV, and prepare to give glucose or insulin. A dangerously low blood sugar level is life-threatening and must be corrected immediately. Choices A, B, and D are not incorrect nursing actions; however, they are not the first priority.

A Person Who Is Diabetic Is Brought into the Emergency