Gastric lavage and administration of activated charcoal are ordered for an unconscious patient who has been admitted to the emergency department (ED) after ingesting 30 lorazepam (Ativan) tablets.Which action should the nurse plan to do first?
A) Insert a large-bore orogastric tube.
B) Assist with intubation of the patient.
C) Prepare a 60-mL syringe with saline.
D) Give first dose of activated charcoal.
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