Which Assessment Finding for a Patient Who Has Just Been

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which assessment finding for a patient who has just been admitted with acute pyelonephritis is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?

• A) Foul-smelling urine
• B) Complaint of flank pain
• C) Blood pressure 88/45 mm Hg
• D) Temperature 100.1° F ( 57.8° C )

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