Which Clients Are at the Highest Risk of Being Admitted

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which clients are at the highest risk of being admitted to the emergency department with severe nausea and vomiting? Select all that apply.

• A)A 47-year-old with a 3-hour history of chest pressure
• B)A 61-year-old reporting sudden onset of vertigo
• C)A 72-year-old with an asthma exacerbation
• D)A 23-year-old who sustained a head injury in a fall
• E)A 19-year-old who is 6 weeks pregnant

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Definitions:

Improbable Events

Improbable events are occurrences with a low likelihood of happening, often surprising or unforeseen due to their rarity.

Confirmation Bias

The proclivity to pursue, decode, cherish, and memorize information that reinforces one's preconceived beliefs or assumptions.

Misdiagnosis

The act of incorrectly identifying a disease or condition, leading to potential delay in appropriate treatment or unnecessary anxiety.

Belief Perseverance

The tendency to maintain one's belief even after it has been discredited or proven wrong.