Free BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Practice Question

A 23-year-old patient has arrived at the emergency department following a motor vehicle accident. The patient exhibits bradycardia, hypotension, and warm, dry skin. Which intervention is the BEST initial step in managing suspected neurogenic shock in this patient?

  • Immediate administration of a vasopressor

  • Intravenous fluid administration

  • Administration of atropine to address bradycardia

  • Immediate administration of high-dose methylprednisolone

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BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) / 
Neurological Emergencies
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