Prioritization · practice question
Which client should the nurse assess first?
Multiple choiceMedium
Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. A client with a new tracheostomy who is restless and has an SpO2 of 88%
Why
Restlessness and low SpO2 in a client with a new tracheostomy suggest airway obstruction or a dislodged tube. Airway comes first.
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