Pediatric nursing · practice question
A 6-month-old infant in the pediatric clinic is being evaluated for dehydration from vomiting and diarrhea. Assessment data include parents report decreased wet diapers and lethargy over 24 hours. Which nursing action is the priority to keep the client safe?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. Stay with the client, remove immediate hazards, reassess, and escalate per facility safety protocol.
Why
Client safety requires direct assessment, hazard reduction, and timely escalation rather than assumptions, abandonment, or policy-only actions.
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