Question

a nurse has received change - of - shift report on a group of clients. which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first? a client who has diabetes mellitus and reports sudden tremors and weakness a client who has back pain and is requesting a muscle relaxant medication a client who has an ankle sprain and requests toileting assistance a client who has chronic migraines and reports a headache

Explanation:

In nursing, prioritization is based on the urgency and potential severity of the client's condition. A client with diabetes reporting sudden tremors and weakness may be experiencing hypoglycemia, which is a potentially life - threatening situation and requires immediate attention. The other clients have less urgent needs such as pain management, toileting assistance, and a non - acute headache.

Answer:

A. A client who has diabetes mellitus and reports sudden tremors and weakness