Safe, Effective Care Environment
50. In making room in a hospital for emergency admission of clients who were in a disaster, which client can be discharged?
Safe, Effective Care Environment
50. In making room in a hospital for emergency admission of clients who were in a disaster, which client can be discharged?
. Client with a fractured femur complaining of calf pain.
. Client with bronchial asthma with 95% oxygen saturation on room air.
. An elderly client with temperature of 101°F (38.3°C).
. Client experiencing rebound abdominal pain with palpation.
Test-Taking Tip
Look for the client whose condition is most stable. Determine if the clinical situation is a normal state and choose that option.
Content Area: Adult Health, Triage; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Analysis; Cognitive Level: Analysis; Client Need/Subneed: Safe and Effective Care Environment/Management of Care/Establishing Priorities
Safe, Effective Care Environment
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Answer 1 is incorrect because calf pain may indicate an embolus, which can be fatal. Answer 2 is correct because the oxygen saturation is normal. The asthma is being controlled. Answer 3 is incorrect because older adults have subnormal temperatures, so the cause of the elevated temperature has not been resolved. Answer 4 is incorrect because rebound abdominal pain may indicate appendicitis. Rupture may occur if untreated.