Which Finding Is of Highest Priority When the Nurse Is

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which finding is of highest priority when the nurse is planning care for a 77-year-old patient seen in the outpatient clinic?

• A) Symmetric joint swelling of fingers
• B) Decreased right knee range of motion
• C) Report of left hip aching when jogging
• D) History of recent loss of balance and fall

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