Which of the Following Clients Should Be Prioritized with the Most

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following clients should be prioritized with the most urgent need for a nursing assessment?

• A) A new admission admitted for swelling in the right ankle and knee
• B) A second day postoperative client who received pain medication 30 minutes ago
• C) A client who the nursing assistant found crying in the bathroom
• D) A client ready for discharge who requires a final assessment and documentation

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Definitions:

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by purging, through methods such as vomiting or excessive use of laxatives, to prevent weight gain.

Compensatory Behavior

Actions taken to counteract or make up for something, often referring to attempts to offset calories consumed during binge eating through methods like fasting or excessive exercise.

Purging

The act of expelling food from the body deliberately after eating, often associated with eating disorders like bulimia nervosa.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder marked by an obsessive fear of gaining weight, leading to severe restriction of food intake and significant weight loss.