Anatomy & Physiology I/II · practice question
A 68-year-old client on a medical-surgical unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to homeostasis and feedback loops. Assessment data include pain increases from 3/10 to 8/10 over 30 minutes. Using ABCs and Maslow, which need should the nurse address first?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. Airway, breathing, and circulation problems before comfort or psychosocial needs.
Why
Physiologic stability and ABCs take priority over comfort, teaching, or psychosocial needs when the client is unstable.
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