Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize f…

Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize for a patient in the emergency room? A) Administering pain medication for a fractured leg B) Checking blood pressure for a stable post-op patient C) Administering oxygen to a patient with labored breathing D) Preparing discharge papers for a patient with a mild headache  

A nurse is caring for a hospitalized patient who presents wi…

A nurse is caring for a hospitalized patient who presents with the following conditions: A) Pain from a recent surgery B) Anxiety about the upcoming discharge C) Concern about difficulty sleeping due to hospital noise D) Lack of understanding about the prescribed medication According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, in what order should the nurse prioritize the care for this patient?