The nurse is admitting a client to the emergency department with pancreatitis who has been vomiting blood. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

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The nurse's first action should be to determine the client's hemodynamic status by assessing vital signs. Drawing blood for coagulation studies and inserting an IV catheter also are appropriate. However, the vital signs may indicate the need for more urgent actions. Since aspiration is a concern for this client, the nurse will need to assess the client's vital signs and neurological status before placing the client in the supine position.

The Nurse Is Admitting a Client to the Emergency Department