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The quality-improvement nurse reviewing fall-rate data is being evaluated for evidence-based practice and quality improvement indicators. Assessment data include a dashboard shows catheter-associated infection rates above the benchmark for 2 months. Which nursing action should the nurse take first?

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Tell the client symptoms are expected and avoid notifying the health care team.Perform a focused assessment for immediate risk, then implement the safest intervention per protocol.Document the client as stable without reassessment.Implement the final step of the care plan before assessing the client.

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B. Perform a focused assessment for immediate risk, then implement the safest intervention per protocol.

Why

First-action questions on the NCLEX require assessment and safety before treatment, documentation alone, or delegation of nursing judgment.

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The quality-improvement nurse reviewing fall-rate data is being evaluated for evidence-based practice and quality improvement indicators. Assessment data include a dashboard shows catheter-associated infection rates above the benchmark for 2 months. Which nursing action should the nurse take first?

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