After Change-Of-Shift Report,which Patient Should the Nurse Assess First

question 13

Multiple Choice

After change-of-shift report,which patient should the nurse assess first?

• A) 42-year-old who has acute gastritis and ongoing epigastric pain
• B) 70-year-old with a hiatal hernia who experiences frequent heartburn
• C) 53-year-old who has dumping syndrome after a recent partial gastrectomy
• D) 60-year-old with nausea and vomiting who has dry oral mucosa and lethargy

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