A nurse is caring for a 24-year-old client who reports a recent fall, hitting their head and right shoulder. Exhibits Complete the sentence by using the list of options. The nurse should first address the client's followed by the client's .

Drowsiness can indicate worsening head trauma or other neurological issues, especially following a head injury. Increased drowsiness could be a subtle sign of a more serious condition such as a concussion or even intracranial bleeding. It is critical to assess and manage this symptom first. After addressing the potential neurological concern, the nurse should then manage the right shoulder pain, which is significant but less immediately life-threatening than the possible neurological changes.