The Emergency Department (ED)nurse Is Assigned to Triage Clients

question 17

Multiple Choice

The emergency department (ED) nurse is assigned to triage clients.What is the purpose of triage?

• A) Treat clients on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• B) Identify and treat clients with low acuity first.
• C) Prioritize clients based on illness severity.
• D) Determine health needs from a complete assessment.

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