Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse in the ambulatory care unit is caring for a client after cataract extraction. The client suddenly complains of severe pain in the affected eye unrelieved by pain medications. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Notifying the surgeon first addresses potential complications like increased intraocular pressure. Reassuring the client, supine positioning, or documenting delays intervention.