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    ATI Remediation Proctored Exam 3 (Mental and Med Surg)

    A nurse is caring for a client who has a serious mental illness. The client's temperature is 37° C (98.6° F), respiratory rate is 18/min, heart rate is 102/min, and blood pressure is 202/98 mm Hg. The client is wearing a heavy coat and scarf. The temperature is 37.8° C (100° F) outside. The client reaches for the nurse and says. "Kiss me baby! You know you want to!" Which of the following findings should the nurse address first?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale:A. While inappropriate clothing might indicate a need for assessment of the client’s awareness or physical comfort, it is not as immediate a concern as the client's behavior.B. The comment to the nurse is concerning as it may indicate disorganized thinking or potential for inappropriate behavior, which requires immediate attention for safety and therapeutic intervention.C. A heart rate of 102/min is slightly elevated but not the most urgent issue compared to the client's behavior.D. Elevated blood pressure should be monitored, but the priority is the client’s inappropriate behavior, which may affect safety.

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