Health assessment · practice question
A 66-year-old client in an outpatient clinic is being evaluated for nursing care related to general survey. Assessment data include pain 9/10 and guards the abdomen after surgery. Which assessment approach should the nurse use first?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. Screen for instability, then perform a focused assessment related to the presenting concern.
Why
Assessment begins with stability screening and focused data collection before invasive or delayed actions.
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