NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
Which client presents the highest priority for the nurse to assess first?
New onset confusion and slurred speech can indicate a stroke or other neurological emergency, requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
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Question: Which client presents the highest priority for the nurse to assess first?
Answer options:
- A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) stable on 2L oxygen via nasal cannula.
- A post-operative client 8 hours after surgery, reporting pain managed at 3/10 after medication. ✅ A client with a new onset of confusion and slurred speech.
- A client awaiting discharge teaching for new diabetes diagnosis.
Correct answer: A client with a new onset of confusion and slurred speech.
Explanation: New onset confusion and slurred speech can indicate a stroke or other neurological emergency, requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
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