A pregnant 31-year-old has been shot in the neck. Currently, she is responsive to verbal stimuli, with an open airway and rapid, but adequate respirations. Her radial pulse is weak and fast. Vital signs are as follows: pulse 152, respirations 22, blood pressure 92/76, and SpO₂ at 100% on high-concentration oxygen. When caring for this patient, what other intervention will most benefit this patient?

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The best intervention for this patient would be immobilization and immediate transport. The patient is pregnant, has been shot in the neck, and has a weak and fast radial pulse. This indicates that she is experiencing significant blood loss and may have internal bleeding. Waiting for an ALS paramedic could be detrimental to the patient's condition, and waiting to apply the PASG could also delay necessary treatment. It is important to transport the patient to a medical facility as quickly as possible for further evaluation and treatment.

A Pregnant 31-Year-Old Has Been Shot in the Neck