The nurse is caring for a 6-year-old girl who was injured in a bicycle accident. Which question would be most important for the nurse to ask during the health history?
A) "Has she been diagnosed with any chronic disorders?"
B) "Is your daughter currently taking any medications?"
C) "Is she allergic to any medications or drugs?"
D) "Tell me how the bicycle accident happened."
D
Response:
The priority is to determine the nature of the emergency so that appropriate interventions may be initiated. This will also provide direction for obtaining more in-depth information as time permits. Information about allergic reactions to drugs, medications being taken, and chronic disorders that may affect treatment will be gathered next.
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