A Client Who Attempted Suicide by Hanging Is Brought to the Emergency

A client who attempted suicide by hanging is brought to the emergency department by emergency medical services. The immediate nursing action is which of the following?

A) Take the client's vital signs.
B) Call the mental health crisis team and notify them that a client who attempted suicide is being admitted to the hospital.
C) Perform a focused assessment, paying particular attention to the client's neurological status.
D) Assess the client's respiratory status and for the presence of neck injuries.