A patient with possible disseminated intravascular coagulation arrives in the emergency department with a blood pressure of 82/40, temperature 102° F ( 38.9° C ), and severe back pain. Which of these physician orders will the nurse implement first?

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The patient's blood pressure indicates hypovolemia caused by blood loss and should be addressed immediately to improve perfusion to vital organs. The other actions also are appropriate and should be rapidly implemented, but improving perfusion is the priority for this patient.

A Patient with Possible Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Arrives in the Emergency