Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
The nurse is performing an assessment on a client with pneumonia. The nurse should prioritize assessing the client's
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Lung sounds (C) are the priority in pneumonia to assess for consolidation or respiratory compromise, guiding immediate interventions. Temperature (A), intake (B), and WBC count (D) are important but secondary, as they inform longer-term management.