The Nurse Is Assessing a Child Who Was Just Admitted

question 26

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a child who was just admitted to the hospital for observation after a head injury.What is the most essential part of the nursing assessment to detect early signs of a worsening condition?

• A) Posturing
• B) Vital signs
• C) Focal neurological signs
• D) Level of consciousness

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Definitions:

Proper Consideration

The legal requirement for contracts, entailing something of value being exchanged between parties.

Consideration

Something of value promised to another when making a contract that compels them to enter into the agreement; an essential element in the formation of a legally binding contract.

Promise

A declaration or assurance that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen, often forming the basis of a contract.

Requirements Contract

A contract in which one party agrees to supply as much of a product or service as the other party needs.