A patient with suspected neurogenic shock after a diving accident has arrived in the emergency department.A cervical collar is in place.Which actions should the nurse take (select all that apply)?

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All of the actions are appropriate except to give large volumes of lactated Ringer's solution.The patient with neurogenic shock usually has a normal blood volume,and it is important not to volume overload the patient.In addition,lactated Ringer's solution is used cautiously in all shock situations because the failing liver cannot convert lactate to bicarbonate.

A Patient with Suspected Neurogenic Shock After a Diving Accident