A nurse working in the emergency department is assessing several clients. Which of the following clients is the highest priority?

A client who has a raised red skin rash on his arms, neck, and face

A client who has active bleeding from a puncture wound of the left groin area

A client who reports right-sided flank pain and is diaphoretic

A client who reports shortness of breath and left neck and shoulder pain

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. The client with active bleeding from a puncture wound in the groin is the highest priority because of the risk of severe blood loss, which can lead to hypovolemic shock. The nurse should quickly apply pressure to the wound, assess the extent of the bleeding, and prepare for emergency interventions.

B Active bleeding is part of crculation in the ABCs that comes after airway and breathing

C. Client could be having a kidney stone which is not a priority

D. These symptoms could indicate a pulmonary embolism or heart attack, but they may not be as immediately life-threatening as active bleeding.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Anthrax is a bacterial infection caused by Bacillus anthracis and requires antibiotics to prevent systemic spread of infection. Antibiotics help to prevent multiplication of bacterial infections leading to reduced severity and extent of disease.

A. Antivirals have no role against a bacterial infection

B. A surgical mask only has a role in inhalational anthrax

D. An N95 respirator mask is useful in cases of inhalational anthrax

A. Encourage the client to research Crohn's disease on websites that have a gov" address. B. Ask a licensed practical nurse to explain Crohn's disease to the client. C. Recommend podcasts that discuss Crohn's disease to the client. D. Suggest that the client read articles that recommend specific treatments for Crohn's disease.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Websites with a gov address are reliable sources of information as they are regularly vetted as an accurate source of information

C. Although podcasts can be used, the information is not reliable as some of it is based on opinions which are not evidence based.

B. a licensed practical nurse may not have sufficient knowledge to address the client’s needs.

D. Articles on specific treatments may be confusing to the client as they may not address their individual concerns.

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