One of Your Measurements Yields a Reading During Physical Assessment

question 20

Multiple Choice

One of your measurements yields a reading during physical assessment that seems very doubtful,considering the patient's general condition.If you are still in doubt about the data after rechecking,your best option is to

• A) discard the instrument.
• B) record the initial reading.
• C) discard the reading and go on to the next assessment.
• D) seek another qualified nurse to confirm the reading.

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