Which of the following patients should be seen by the nurse first based on the information provided during the shift report?
a. A patient admitted with hypertension complaining of back pain.
b. A patient admitted with mental status changes.
c. A patient complaining of incisional pain postoperatively.
d. A patient asking for assistance in getting back to bed.
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A This patient may be experiencing angina.
B This patient does not require an urgent assessment.
C This patient does not require an urgent assessment.
D This patient does not require an urgent assessment.
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