NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
Four patients call the nurse at once. Who should be seen FIRST?
Apply ABCs: airway/breathing first. Hypoxia and dyspnea are life-threatening and take priority over comfort or routine tasks.
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Question: Four patients call the nurse at once. Who should be seen FIRST?
Answer options:
- Patient requesting pain medication ✅ Patient with new onset shortness of breath and SpO2 86%
- Patient asking for a meal tray
- Discharge teaching
Correct answer: Patient with new onset shortness of breath and SpO2 86%
Explanation: Apply ABCs: airway/breathing first. Hypoxia and dyspnea are life-threatening and take priority over comfort or routine tasks.
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