A new shift is starting, and the LPN is given a list of assigned patients. Of the following patients, whom should the LPN see first?
a. A patient reporting constipation and stomach cramps
b. A 2-day postsurgical patient reporting pain at a level of 6
c. A patient with pneumonia who is short of breath and anxious
d. A patient scheduled for an MRI due to back pain
ANS: C
Using Maslow's hierarchy of needs and considering which patient problems are life threatening, shortness of breath is most important. Pain, constipation, and scheduled tests are all important but are not immediately life threatening.
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