Med Surg 2210 NCLEX TEST 6 WITH EXPLANATIONS - Johns Hopkins University

The nurse returns to the nurse’s station after making client rounds and finds four phone messages. Which of the following messages should the nurse return FIRST? 1. A client with hepatitis A who states, “My arms and legs are itching.” 2. A client with a cast on the right leg who states, “I have a funny feeling in my right leg.” 3. A client with osteomyelitis of the spine who states, “I am so nauseous that I can’t eat.” 4. A client with arthritis who states, “I am having trouble sleeping at night.” Strategy: Eliminate the most stable clients. (1) caused by accumulation of bile salts under the skin; treat with calamine lotion and antihistamines (2) correct—may indicate neurovascular compromise; requires immediate assessment (3) requires follow-up but not highest priority (4) requires assessment but not the highest priority