NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
Which client should the nurse see first, considering potential for rapid deterioration?
Sudden chest pain and shortness of breath can indicate a life-threatening cardiac or pulmonary emergency, requiring immediate assessment.
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Question: Which client should the nurse see first, considering potential for rapid deterioration?
Answer options:
- A client with a blood glucose of 6.2 mmol/L scheduled for breakfast. ✅ A client reporting sudden, sharp chest pain and shortness of breath.
- A client with a sprained ankle requesting pain medication.
- A client with stable angina reporting mild chest discomfort.
Correct answer: A client reporting sudden, sharp chest pain and shortness of breath.
Explanation: Sudden chest pain and shortness of breath can indicate a life-threatening cardiac or pulmonary emergency, requiring immediate assessment.
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