A patient complains of weakness following his administration of insulin. The nurse decides to assess the patient's blood sugar and prepare a snack in case the blood sugar is low. What action has the nurse implemented?
A) Clinical reasoning
B) Caring
C) Reflection
D) Assessment
Ans: A
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