Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a child with known cognitive impairment.Which of the following is the nurse's highest priority in the assessment of a child with cognitive impairment?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Physical mobility and safety measures. This is the highest priority because ensuring the child's physical safety is crucial in the assessment of a child with cognitive impairment. Children with cognitive impairment may face challenges in understanding danger and navigating their environment safely. Assessing physical mobility helps prevent accidents and injuries. Speech and communication abilities (A) are important but not the highest priority. Cognitive development and educational needs (C) are also important but secondary to safety. Social and emotional well-being (D) is significant but not as urgent as ensuring physical safety.