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A 59-year-old client in the intensive care unit is being evaluated for uncontrolled hyperglycemia. Assessment data include sudden slurred speech and right-sided weakness began 30 minutes ago. Which assessment approach should the nurse use first?

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Use only the chart from admission without current data.Defer assessment until all medications are administered.Screen for instability, then perform a focused assessment related to the presenting concern.Begin invasive procedures before any focused assessment.

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C. Screen for instability, then perform a focused assessment related to the presenting concern.

Why

Assessment begins with stability screening and focused data collection before invasive or delayed actions.

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A 59-year-old client in the intensive care unit is being evaluated for uncontrolled hyperglycemia. Assessment data include sudden slurred speech and right-sided weakness began 30 minutes ago. Which assessment approach should the nurse use first?

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