Multiple Choice
A client was struck on the head by a baseball bat during a robbery attempt. The nurse gives this report to the oncoming nurse at shift change and conveys that the client's current Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score is a "10." Which client assessment is most important for the reporting nurse to include?
A) Belief that the current surroundings are a racetrack
B) GCS score was "11" one hour ago
C) Recent vital signs show blood pressure of 120/80 mm Hg and pulse of 82/min
D) Reported allergy to penicillin and vancomycin
Correct Answer:
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