NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Exam Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 36-year-old patient with pancreatic cancer. Which nursing action is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is to administer prescribed opioids to relieve pain as needed. Pain management is the highest priority in this scenario as effective pain control is essential for the patient's overall well-being. Pain relief will not only improve the patient's comfort but also enhance their ability to eat, follow dietary recommendations, and be open to psychological support. Offering psychological support for depression (
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A) is important but addressing pain takes precedence. While providing high-calorie, high-protein dietary choices (
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B) is crucial, it is secondary to managing pain. Teaching about the need to avoid scratching pruritic areas (
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D) is relevant but not the highest priority in this situation where pain management is critical for the patient's quality of life.
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