After receiving report, the nurse can most safely plan to assess which client last?
Explanation & Rationale
A. An adult client with no postoperative drainage in the Jackson-Pratt drain with the bulb compressed. This client is stable with no drainage from the Jackson-Pratt drain, indicating that there is no immediate issue that needs to be addressed. The bulb is compressed, suggesting proper function. Therefore, this client can be safely assessed last. B. An adult client with a rectal tube draining clear, pale red liquid drainage. The presence of pale red drainage can indicate a potential issue that needs monitoring, such as bleeding or other complications, thus requiring a more timely assessment. C. An older client with a distended abdomen and no drainage from the nasogastric tube. A distended abdomen and lack of drainage could indicate a blockage or other serious issue that needs immediate attention. D. An older client with dark red drainage on a postoperative dressing, but no drainage in the Hemovac. Dark red drainage can indicate active bleeding, which is a critical issue that needs to be addressed promptly to prevent complications.