NCLEX: A new graduate nurse working with a preceptor is being evaluated for transition-to-practice skills and simulation…

Professional nursing practice (clinical transition) Management of Care

Case Study

A new graduate nurse working with a preceptor is being evaluated for transition-to-practice skills and simulation debriefing. Assessment data include time-sensitive medications are due while one assigned client reports new chest pain. Which intervention best reduces the client's risk of complications?

Question

A. Restrict all movement without individualized assessment.
B. Identify risk early, implement prevention measures, teach warning signs, and plan timely reassessment.
C. Delay teaching until the day of discharge only.
D. Ignore small changes until they become severe.

Rationale

Correct answer: B. Identify risk early, implement prevention measures, teach warning signs, and plan timely reassessment.

Rationale: Risk reduction focuses on early identification, prevention, teaching, and reassessment rather than unnecessary restriction or delay.

Hint: Apply ABCs, client stability, and NCSBN clinical judgment steps before choosing an intervention.

Level: Foundational

Difficulty: Easy

Subtopic: Simulation debriefing