Reduction of Risk Potential Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for a client awaiting diagnostic testing and is focused on post-procedure monitoring scenario 3. 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. Check vital signs, puncture sites, pain, and expected restrictions.
3. C. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

B. Check vital signs, puncture sites, pain, and expected restrictions.

Explanation

The priority action for post-procedure monitoring is to check vital signs, puncture sites, pain, and expected restrictions. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: medium
• Domain: Reduction of Risk Potential
• Objective: post-procedure monitoring

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