Chemistry or biochemistry basics · practice question
A 62-year-old client on a postoperative unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to drug solubility and absorption. Assessment data include the client reports dizziness when standing. Which error is most dangerous on the NCLEX and in practice?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. Choosing an intervention before identifying assessment cues and immediate safety risk.
Why
The most dangerous NCLEX trap is treating before assessing, which can miss life-threatening deterioration.
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