Health assessment · practice question
A 74-year-old client on a medical-surgical unit is being evaluated for abdominal assessment during hospitalization. Assessment data include pain 9/10 and guards the abdomen after surgery. Which intervention best reduces the client's risk of complications?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
B. Identify risk early, implement prevention measures, teach warning signs, and plan timely reassessment.
Why
Risk reduction focuses on early identification, prevention, teaching, and reassessment rather than unnecessary restriction or delay.
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