Basic Care and Comfort Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for an older adult with weakness and is focused on mobility support scenario 12. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Answer choices

1. A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
2. B. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
3. C. Use safe transfer techniques and prescribed assistive devices.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

C. Use safe transfer techniques and prescribed assistive devices.

Explanation

The priority action for mobility support is to use safe transfer techniques and prescribed assistive devices. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: medium
• Domain: Basic Care and Comfort
• Objective: mobility support

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