A nurse is working in the clinical decision unit (CDU) of a healthcare facility. Which
client is most likely to be admitted to a clinical decision unit?
A) Clients requiring additional observation before hospitalization
B) Clients who require transitioning from the hospital to the home
C) Clients requiring a moderate amount of skilled nursing care
D) Clients requiring care due to an overdose of chemical substances
A
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