Professional nursing practice (clinical transition) · practice question
A senior nursing student during a supervised medication pass is being evaluated for transition-to-practice skills and skills lab checkoff. The nurse reviews this trend: simulation oxygen saturation decreased from 94% to 86% after the first intervention. Which interpretation and action are most appropriate?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
B. Interpret the trend in context, compare it with baseline or benchmarks, and take the safest indicated action.
Why
Trend questions require comparison with baseline, symptoms, risk, and benchmarks. Safe nursing action begins before a preventable event becomes critical.
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