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The nurse is assessing a client using the Glasgow Coma Scale following an acute hypoglycemic episode. They note the client's score went from a 12 to a 15. What action should the nurse take next?

Answer Choices:

A. Assess the client's level of consciousness. ✓ Correct Answer

B. Notify the provider of the clients obtunded state.

C. Document the finding.

D. Assess the clients blood pressure.

Correct Answer:

Assess the client's level of consciousness.

Rationale:

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Domain: Mixed Topics: mental health/psychiatry
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The nurse is assessing a client using the Glasgow Coma Scale following an acute hypoglycemic episode. They note the client's score went from a 12 to a 15. What action should the nurse take next?

Correct Answer:

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The nurse is assessing a client using the Glasgow Coma Scale following an acute hypoglycemic episode. They note the client's score went from a 12 to a 15. What action should the nurse take next?

Correct Answer:

Rationale:

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