Which assessment finding of a postmenopausal woman necessitates a referral by the nurse to a healthcare provider for evaluation of thyroid functioning?

Choice A reason: Starting with less sensitive questions helps build rapport and makes the client feel more comfortable before addressing more sensitive topics such as domestic violence.

Choice B reason: Getting the most difficult questions over with first can make the client feel uncomfortable and defensive, potentially hindering the interview process.

Choice C reason: Sharing personal values is not appropriate and can bias the interview, making the client less likely to open up.

Choice D reason: Asking vague, nonspecific questions does not help gather the necessary information effectively and may confuse the client.

Choice A reason: Preparing the client for a CT scan is important for diagnostic purposes but is not the immediate priority in managing severe pain.

Choice B reason: Straining the urine for stones is important for confirming the presence of renal calculi but should be done after managing the acute pain.

Choice C reason: Obtaining a urine specimen for analysis is useful for diagnosing infection or other abnormalities but is secondary to pain management.

Choice D reason: Administering a prescribed opioid analgesic is the first priority to relieve the client's severe pain and provide comfort.