Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
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The unit secretary notifies the nurse that 4 clients called the nurses' station reporting pain. Which client should the nurse assess first?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Shoulder pain radiating down the arm post-amputation suggests a possible cardiac event (e.g., angina), a life-threatening condition requiring immediate assessment. Other pains, while severe, are more likely related to known conditions.