A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report on four clients.Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationale:The client with cirrhosis and severe pruritus is experiencing discomfort, but it is not an immediate life-threatening situation. The priority should be given to clients with conditions that pose an immediate risk to life.Choice B rationale:Numbness of the toes in a client with a femur fracture can indicate compromised circulation or nerve damage. This is a critical situation that requires immediate assessment and intervention to prevent complications like compartment syndrome or permanent nerve damage.Choice C rationale:A client who had a laparoscopic appendectomy 8 hours ago and is awaiting discharge is likely stable. While they need monitoring, it is not an urgent priority compared to the client with a potential vascular or nerve issue.Choice D rationale:Pink-tinged urine after a renal biopsy could indicate some bleeding, but it is not as urgent as the situation of the client with a femur fracture and numbness of the toes.