Which nursing intervention is a priority for a patient with gastrointestinal hemorrhage?
A) Positioning the patient in a high-Fowler position
B) Ensuring the patient has a patent airway
C) Irrigating the nasogastric tube with iced saline
D) Maintaining venous access so that fluids and blood can be administered
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