A patient is admitted with severe facial injuries from a motor vehicle crash. For what should the nurse first assess this patient?

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Severe facial injuries from a motor vehicle crash can cause airway obstruction due to swelling or displacement of tissues. Therefore, the nurse should first assess for signs of stridor, cough, or respiratory distress to ensure the patient's airway is not compromised.

A Patient Is Admitted with Severe Facial Injuries from a Motor