A Patient with Developmental Disabilities and Poor Verbal Communication Skills

A patient with developmental disabilities and poor verbal communication skills has been admitted for observation after a motor vehicle accident.The patient has been moaning,facial grimacing,and restless since being admitted to the floor.The nurse needs to first assess the patient for which of the following?

A) Safety, because the patient will not use the call light
B) Hydration, because the patient is not able to verbally communicate his or her needs
C) Bathroom privileges, because of lack of communication skills
D) Pain, because the patient is unable to communicate effectively

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