Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
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The nurse working on a medical-surgical unit receives change-of-shift report on several clients. Which client should the nurse see first?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
A fever of 100.9 F post-arteriovenous graft suggests possible infection, requiring immediate assessment. Cramping and minor bleeding are expected post-polypectomy, urinary hesitancy is common post-hernia repair, and straining is less urgent.