The registered nurse (RN), an LPN, and a UAP are caring for clients on a neurological unit. Which task would be most appropriate for the nurse to assign/delegate?

The male client diagnosed with a brain tumor who is receiving hospice care is admitted to the hospital and provides the nurse with a copy of his living will, stating he does not want any heroic measures. Which action should the nurse implement first?

The nurse and a UAP are caring for a client with right-sided paralysis secondary to a CVA. Which action by the UAP requires the nurse to intervene?

The primary nurse in the neurological critical care unit is very busy. Which nursing task must be implemented first?

The nurse is caring for clients on a medical surgical floor. Which client should be assessed first?

The 22-year-old client with a severe head injury is admitted to the critical care unit. Some of the client’s friends come to the nurse’s station requesting information. Which action would be most appropriate by the nurse?

The charge nurse in the medical/surgical department is making rounds at 0700. Which client should the nurse see first?

The charge nurse has received laboratory data for clients. Which situation requires the charge nurse’s intervention first?

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with septic meningitis. The UAP reports T 101.6°F, P 128, R 32, B/P 96/46. Which action should the nurse implement first?