ATI RN
RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requests prescription pain medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Determine the location of the pain. This is the first step in the nursing process as it helps identify the source and severity of the pain. Understanding the location of the pain is crucial for selecting the appropriate medication and assessing the effectiveness of the treatment. Administering medication (
B) without assessing the pain location can lead to ineffective treatment. Repositioning the client (
C) may be necessary but is not the priority when the client is in pain. Reviewing the effects of the pain medication (
D) should occur after determining the pain location to monitor the response.
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