Question

A nurse in the ED is admitting a client who was dropped off at the front door.

a) Ensuring the client has insurance
b) Identifying the person who dropped off the client
c) Checking the client's identification
d) Notifying the security

Answer 1

The nurse in the ED should prioritize checking the client's identification and notifying security if needed, above concerns about insurance or who dropped off the client.

Therefore, option A is correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

The primary focus for a nurse in the Emergency Department (ED) when admitting a client who has been dropped off at the front door is the immediate assessment and stabilization of the client's medical condition. While ensuring the client has insurance and identifying the person who dropped off the client might be considered eventually, the most critical aspects of initial care are: checking the client's identification (c) to ensure they provide appropriate care to the right person, and notifying the security (d) if necessary, especially if the situation involves a potential crime or if the person is left unaccompanied and unable to provide a history.