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A client in an unfolding case study is being evaluated for nursing care related to analyze cues. Assessment data include new vital signs show blood pressure 88/50 mm Hg, heart rate 124/min, and increasing confusion. Which nursing action should the nurse take first?

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Perform a focused assessment for immediate risk, then implement the safest intervention per protocol.Document the client as stable without reassessment.Implement the final step of the care plan before assessing the client.Give a blanket answer that everything is fine and continue the prior plan.

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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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A client in an unfolding case study is being evaluated for nursing care related to analyze cues. Assessment data include new vital signs show blood pressure 88/50 mm Hg, heart rate 124/min, and increasing confusion. Which nursing action should the nurse take first?

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