Level: Foundational
Difficulty: Easy
Subtopic: Recognize cues
NCLEX: In a Next Gen NCLEX case study, new vital signs and symptoms appear. Which step comes first in the clinical judgm…
Clinical judgment / Next Gen NCLEX case studies Clinical Judgment
Case Study
In a Next Gen NCLEX case study, new vital signs and symptoms appear. Which step comes first in the clinical judgment model?
Question
A. Recognize and identify relevant cues from the client data.
B. Implement the first intervention on the care plan.
C. Evaluate whether the prior shift's plan was effective.
D. Document discharge teaching for the client.
B. Implement the first intervention on the care plan.
C. Evaluate whether the prior shift's plan was effective.
D. Document discharge teaching for the client.
Rationale
Correct answer: A. Recognize and identify relevant cues from the client data.
Rationale: NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model begins with recognizing cues, then analyzing, prioritizing hypotheses, acting, and evaluating.
Hint: Apply ABCs, client stability, and NCSBN clinical judgment steps before choosing an intervention.
Rationale: NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model begins with recognizing cues, then analyzing, prioritizing hypotheses, acting, and evaluating.
Hint: Apply ABCs, client stability, and NCSBN clinical judgment steps before choosing an intervention.