ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Proctored Exam
A charge nurse on a medical-surgical unit is assisting with the emergency response plan following an external disaster in the community. In anticipation of multiple client admissions, which of the following current clients should the nurse recommend for early discharge?
Explanation & Rationale
A. A client who is 1 day postoperative following a vertebroplasty may be stable enough for early discharge, freeing up a bed for incoming disaster victims. B. A client with a sealed implant for radiation therapy may require monitoring and cannot be safely discharged early due to potential complications. C. A client with COPD and a respiratory rate of 44/min requires immediate care and cannot be safely discharged. D. A client receiving heparin for deep vein thrombosis may be stable but requires monitoring, making early discharge unsafe.
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