A patient is brought to the emergency department with physical injuries sustained in a gang fight. The patient's blood pressure is 80/50 mmHg, with a pulse of 120 and thready. Which diagnostic test should the nurse expect to be performed to provide the fastest information?

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A sonogram (ultrasound) can quickly provide visual information on internal bleeding, organ damage, or other injuries related to the trauma, which is crucial for a patient with signs of shock and significant physical injuries.

A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department with Physical