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A client in an unfolding case study is being evaluated for nursing care related to generate solutions. Assessment data include the exhibit shows rising oxygen needs, new crackles, and decreasing urine output. Using ABCs and Maslow, which need should the nurse address first?

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Pain relief before checking airway and breathing.Long-term teaching before treating acute physiologic risk.Airway, breathing, and circulation problems before comfort or psychosocial needs.Visitor concerns before physiologic stability.

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Correct answer

C. 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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A client in an unfolding case study is being evaluated for nursing care related to generate solutions. Assessment data include the exhibit shows rising oxygen needs, new crackles, and decreasing urine output. Using ABCs and Maslow, which need should the nurse address first?

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