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A client is hospitalized with an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) exacerbation and is being treated with a corticosteroid. The client develops a rigid abdomen with rebound tenderness. Which action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Obtaining vital sign measurements is the priority action for a client with a rigid abdomen and rebound tenderness, indicating peritonitis, a serious complication of IBD. Vital signs can reveal signs of infection, inflammation, shock, and organ failure, guiding appropriate interventions and treatments.

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