Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse responds to a call light and finds a patient lying on the bathroom floor.What should the nurse do first?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The nurse should first check the patient for injuries (Choice A) because assessing the patient's immediate physical condition is crucial for prioritizing care. This step ensures timely intervention to address any potential life-threatening injuries. Moving hazardous objects (Choice B) can wait until the patient's safety is confirmed. Notifying the provider (Choice C) can be done after assessing the patient's condition. Asking the patient to describe their feelings prior to the fall (Choice D) is important but not as urgent as checking for injuries.