NCLEX-RN Flashcards: Prioritization And First Action

Study Prioritization And First Action in NCLEX-RN with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the first action when a client expresses suicidal intent with a specific plan?

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Initiate safety precautions with continuous observation. Prevents imminent self-harm by implementing immediate protective measures and constant monitoring in high-risk situations.

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What this deck covers

This deck focuses on Prioritization And First Action, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for NCLEX-RN.

How to use these flashcards

Work through these flashcards in short sessions. Try to answer each prompt before flipping the card, then revisit any cards you miss until the explanation feels automatic.

Practice questions

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A 24-year-old is brought to the emergency department after an opioid overdose. Assessment: RR 6, shallow respirations, SpO2 82% on room air, pinpoint pupils, HR 58, BP 102/60. What is the nurse's FIRST action?

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