Adult health / medical-surgical nursing · practice question
A 62-year-old client on a postoperative unit is being evaluated for neutropenia during chemotherapy. Assessment data include surgical incision with purulent drainage and fever 101.5°F (38.6°C). Which nursing action should the nurse take first?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. Perform a focused assessment for immediate risk, then implement the safest intervention per protocol.
Why
First-action questions on the NCLEX require assessment and safety before treatment, documentation alone, or delegation of nursing judgment.
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