In caring for a patient just admitted with a pelvic fracture, the assessment that would cause the most concern is:
1. a pain level rating of 8 on a 1 to 10 scale.
2. no urinary output for 8 hours.
3. evidence of bruising along the patient's hips and buttocks.
4. complaints of need for back care from resting in bed.
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The absence of urinary output could indicate a perforated bladder.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 930
OBJ: 7 TOP: Pelvic Fracture
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment
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