Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
The charge nurse of an intensive care unit is making assignments for the night shift. Which client should be assigned to the most experienced intensive care nurse?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
AddisonÔÇÖs with hypotension (80/45), tachycardia (124), and lethargy suggests adrenal crisis, requiring an experienced nurse. Ventilator care, stable CushingÔÇÖs, and post-thyroidectomy are less acute.