Professional nursing practice (clinical transition) · practice question
The student nurse during simulation debriefing is being evaluated for transition-to-practice skills and clinical communication. Assessment data include the student receives feedback about incomplete SBAR during handoff. Which action should the nurse take first?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. Assess airway, breathing, and circulation; address immediate safety risk; then notify the provider per protocol.
Why
NCLEX priority questions require stabilizing the client first using ABCs and focused assessment before comfort measures, documentation only, or delayed escalation.
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