Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
The emergency department (ED) is caring for a group of clients following an industrial accident. It would be a priority for the nurse to follow up on the client who
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Singed eyebrows and hoarseness (C) suggest inhalation injury, a life-threatening condition requiring immediate airway assessment. Fractures (A) and a lost insulin pump (D) are less urgent, and emotional distress (B) is secondary to physical threats.