Health assessment · practice question
A client rates pain 8/10 after abdominal surgery and guards the incision. What should the nurse do first?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
C. Assess pain location, quality, and vital signs, then intervene per protocol and notify the provider if needed.
Why
Severe pain requires timely RN assessment and intervention; delegation of assessment is inappropriate for acute postoperative pain.
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