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The nurse is caring for a client who presents with acute appendicitis
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History of Present Illness
19-year-old female admitted with abdominal pain localized to the right lower quadrant. The onset of pain was twelve hours ago, and the client now reports pain is worsening when the client coughs. Endorses nausea and has persistent vomiting.

Vital Signs
• Oral temperature 101° F (38.3°C)
• Pulse 90/minute
• Respirations 18/minute
• Blood Pressure 110/66 mm Hg
• Oxygen saturation 96% on room air

Laboratory Results
• White blood cell count, 11,500 mm3 (5,000-10,000 mm3)
• Creatinine, 0.9 mg/dL (0.6-1.2 mg/dL)
• BUN 26 mg/dL (10-20 mg/dL)
• Potassium 3.3 mEq/L (3.5-5 mEq/L)


Question 1 of 5

Select two (2) findings from the clinical data that require immediate follow-up

Correct Answer: A,D

Rationale: Fever (
A) and nausea/vomiting (
D) in appendicitis suggest ongoing inflammation or complications, requiring immediate follow-up to prevent rupture or peritonitis.

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