NCLEX Question of The Day - Nurselytic

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is to assess a newly admitted client first. When a client is newly admitted, it is crucial to perform an assessment promptly. The initial assessment and establishment of a care plan should be completed within a specific timeframe to ensure the client's needs are met effectively.

Choices A, B, and C involve important tasks but should be prioritized after the initial assessment of the newly admitted client to ensure timely and appropriate care delivery. Changing a burn dressing (
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A) and doing pinsite care on a client in skeletal traction (
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B) are time-sensitive tasks but can be safely delayed briefly to conduct the initial assessment. Teaching a newly diagnosed diabetic about diet and exercise (
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C) is important for the client's long-term care but can be scheduled after the immediate needs assessment of the newly admitted client.

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