When preparing the room for a new client's admission, the nurse's priority action is which of the following?
1. Compile forms in the the client's chart, and have it ready in the room.
2. Obtain a wheelchair, and go to Admissions to get the client.
3. Check the client's chart for physician's orders.
4. Ensure that the room is adequately prepared for the client.
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Rationale: The first priority is to see that the client has a clean, properly prepared room upon arrival to the unit. This will help the client feel welcome and will improve the efficiency of the admission process. The chart will come with the client with the physician's orders, so it would not be available to the nurse until the client arrives. The client is transported to the unit by the Admitting Department, whether that is the Emergency Department or the business office.
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