A Patient with Developmental Disabilities and Poor Verbal Communication Skills

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient with developmental disabilities and poor verbal communication skills has been admitted for observation after a motor vehicle accident.The patient has been moaning,facial grimacing,and restless since being admitted to the floor.The nurse needs to first assess the patient for which of the following?

• A) Safety, because the patient will not use the call light
• B) Hydration, because the patient is not able to verbally communicate his or her needs
• C) Bathroom privileges, because of lack of communication skills
• D) Pain, because the patient is unable to communicate effectively

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