Multiple Choice
An incoherent client has been brought to the emergency department (ED) by a family member. Which resource should the nurse initially use to obtain information about the client's current state of health?
A) Call the client's healthcare provider.
B) Obtain the patient's records from the Medical Records department.
C) Discuss the situation with the family member who brought the client to the hospital.
D) Conduct a thorough physical assessment and document the health history as "unable to obtain."
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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