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For each client, click to specify what triage tag they should receive: red, yellow, green, or black. There must be at least 1 selection in every column. There does not need to be a selection in every row.
Client Findings
Client 1:
- Trapped under debris for approximately 30 min
- Compound fracture of the left leg
- Awake and orientated
- Reports pain at a 7 on a 0 to 10 scale
- Respiratory rate is 22/min
- Capillary refill on RLE is <2 sec, on LLE >2 sec
Client 2:
- Struck on the head by flying debris
- Needs assistance to ambulate
- A 4-inch laceration on the left side of the head is noted
- Pressure bandage has been applied
- Respiratory rate of 18/min
- Awake and alert, follows commands
Client 3:
- Fell while running to safety
- Obvious deformity of the right wrist
- Alert and orientated
- Respiratory rate is 16/min
- Capillary refill of bilateral upper extremities is <2 sec
Client 4:
- Found with significant head trauma from unknown injury
- Apneic after airway repositioning
- Capillary refill time >2 sec
Client 5:
- First responder who was injured while removing debris
- Reports abdominal pain rated at an 8 on a 0 to 10 scale
- Difficulty moving
- Respiratory rate is 34/min
- Capillary refill times of <2 sec
Answer Options (for each client): A. Red B. Yellow C. Green D. Black
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Red
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Yellow
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Green
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Black
Explanation
| Client | Tag |
|---|---|
| Client 1 | Yellow |
| Client 2 | Yellow |
| Client 3 | Green |
| Client 4 | Black |
| Client 5 | Red |
Triage decisions during a mass casualty event follow the START (Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment) method, which prioritizes clients based on respiratory status, perfusion, and mental status rather than pain level or the appearance of the injury alone.
Client 1 (Yellow): This client cannot walk due to the leg fracture, but the respiratory rate of 22/min is within normal limits (under 30), and the client is awake, oriented, and following commands. Although the left leg has delayed capillary refill localized to the fracture site, the uninjured extremity refills in under 2 seconds, indicating adequate systemic perfusion; a serious but non-life-threatening injury with stable vital signs is classified as delayed (yellow).
Client 2 (Yellow): The scalp laceration is actively controlled with a pressure bandage, respirations are normal at 18/min, and the client is alert and follows commands. Because the client requires assistance to ambulate rather than walking independently, they do not qualify as minor (green), but since there is no airway, breathing, or circulation compromise, this client is classified as delayed (yellow).
Client 3 (Green): This client was ambulatory immediately prior to the fall (running to safety), has normal respirations, is alert and oriented, and has brisk capillary refill in both upper extremities. An isolated wrist deformity with otherwise stable, well-perfused status represents a minor injury that can safely wait for care, making this client green.
Client 4 (Black): According to the START algorithm, if a client remains apneic even after the airway has been repositioned, the client is classified as deceased/expectant (black), since resources are not allocated to attempt resuscitation during mass casualty triage when more salvageable victims need immediate care.
Client 5 (Red): A respiratory rate greater than 30/min automatically classifies a client as immediate (red) under the START algorithm, regardless of other findings, because this indicates significant respiratory compromise requiring urgent intervention to prevent further deterioration.
A triage nurse is speaking on the phone to a client experiencing fever, chills, and throat pain. Which of the following services should the nurse recommend as the most appropriate for this client's current findings?
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Primary care office
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Direct admission to the hospital
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No treatment needed
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Emergency department
Explanation
Correct Answer: (A) Primary care office Fever, chills, and throat pain are common symptoms consistent with a routine infectious process, such as pharyngitis, that can typically be evaluated and managed appropriately in a primary care setting without the need for emergency-level intervention, making this the most appropriate and resource-efficient recommendation for the client's current findings.
Why Other Options are Incorrect:
B. Direct admission to the hospital: These symptoms do not indicate a condition severe enough to warrant hospital admission, as there are no signs of systemic instability or life-threatening complications described.
C. No treatment needed: The client is experiencing active symptoms of illness that warrant clinical evaluation, so recommending no treatment would neglect the client's need for assessment and appropriate care.
D. Emergency department: The symptoms described do not indicate an emergent or life-threatening condition, making the emergency department an unnecessarily resource-intensive recommendation compared to a primary care visit.
A nurse is preparing to administer dextrose 5% in water (D5W) 150 mL IV to infuse over 3 hr. The drop factor of the manual IV tubing is 10 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Explanation
The flow rate is calculated by multiplying the total volume by the drop factor and dividing by the total time in minutes: (150 mL x 10 gtt/mL) / 180 min = 1,500 / 180 = 8.3, which rounds to 8, written as 08 gtt/min using a leading zero as instructed.
A nurse in an acute care mental health facility is assessing a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following findings indicates the client is at risk for suicide?
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The client has begun playing basketball with several other clients during the past month.
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The client states she wants to go home to be with her children and partner.
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The client's behavior has become impulsive in the past few weeks.
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The client identifies with problems expressed by other clients.
Explanation
Increased impulsivity is a significant warning sign for suicide risk in clients with bipolar disorder, as impulsive behavior can lead to sudden, unplanned self-harm or suicide attempts, particularly during mood episodes when judgment and impulse control are already compromised.
Why the other options are incorrect:
A. The client has begun playing basketball with several other clients during the past month: Engaging in social, physical activity with peers is a positive sign of engagement and healthy coping, not an indicator of suicide risk.
B. The client states she wants to go home to be with her children and partner: Expressing a desire to reunite with family and loved ones reflects positive future-oriented thinking and connection to reasons for living, which is protective rather than a risk factor for suicide.
D. The client identifies with problems expressed by other clients: Identifying with peers' struggles in a therapeutic group setting reflects healthy engagement in treatment and social connection, which is generally a positive therapeutic sign rather than a suicide risk indicator.
A nurse is discussing emergency response with a newly licensed nurse. The nurse should identify which of the following as a triage officer during the time of a disaster?
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Responding law enforcement officers
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Nurses and other emergency medical personnel
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Members of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
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Representatives from the American Red Cross
Explanation
Correct Answer: (B) Nurses and other emergency medical personnel Triage officers during a disaster must have clinical expertise to rapidly assess the severity of injuries and prioritize victims for treatment, making nurses and other trained emergency medical personnel the appropriate individuals to fulfill this critical role due to their specialized medical knowledge and assessment skills.
Why the other options are incorrect:
A. Responding law enforcement officers: Law enforcement officers play an important role in maintaining scene safety and security during a disaster, but they do not have the clinical training necessary to perform medical triage.
C. Members of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): FEMA plays a broader coordination and resource management role during disaster response but is not responsible for hands-on medical triage of individual victims.
D. Representatives from the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross typically provides shelter, supplies, and support services during disasters, but their representatives are not designated as the primary triage officers responsible for medical assessment and prioritization.
A nurse is caring for a client involved in a suspected bioterrorism event involving exposure to cutaneous anthrax. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse anticipate?
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Bloody diarrhea
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Flu-like symptoms
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Respiratory distress
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Skin lesions with pruritus
Explanation
Correct Answer: (D) Skin lesions with pruritus Cutaneous anthrax classically presents with a painless, pruritic skin lesion that progresses from a small papule to a vesicle and eventually forms a characteristic black eschar, as the bacteria enter through a break in the skin and cause localized infection at the site of exposure, making skin manifestations the hallmark finding the nurse should anticipate.
Why the other options are incorrect:
A. Bloody diarrhea: Bloody diarrhea is more characteristic of gastrointestinal anthrax, which occurs from ingesting contaminated meat, not from cutaneous exposure.
B. Flu-like symptoms: Flu-like symptoms are the hallmark early presentation of inhalational anthrax, not cutaneous anthrax, which instead presents with localized skin findings.
C. Respiratory distress: Respiratory distress is associated with inhalational anthrax, a much more severe and systemic form of the disease, rather than the localized cutaneous form of exposure.
A nurse is educating a group of clients about addiction. The nurse should include that which of the following factors increases the potential for addiction?
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The brain already has cognitive deficits that causes it to be vulnerable to addiction.
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Initial use of substances began in adulthood.
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Medical insurance availability for substance use disorder treatment.
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The developing brain is exposed to substances at an early age.
Explanation
Exposure to substances during adolescence or childhood, while the brain is still developing, significantly increases the risk of addiction because the still-maturing brain circuits involved in reward, judgment, and impulse control are particularly vulnerable to being altered by substance exposure, creating a lasting predisposition toward addictive behavior.
Why the other options are incorrect:
A. The brain already has cognitive deficits that causes it to be vulnerable to addiction: Pre-existing cognitive deficits are not identified as a primary established risk factor for addiction in the same way that early developmental exposure to substances is.
B. Initial use of substances began in adulthood: Substance use that begins in adulthood, after the brain has fully matured, is associated with a lower risk of addiction compared to use that begins during childhood or adolescence when the brain is still developing.
C. Medical insurance availability for substance use disorder treatment: Access to insurance for treatment relates to the ability to receive care for an existing substance use disorder, but it is not a factor that increases the potential for developing addiction in the first place.
A client calls the nurse triage line concerned about their 1-week-old infant. Which of the following reported manifestations indicate the infant needs to be seen immediately by their health care provider? (Select All that Apply.)
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Grunting while breathing
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Infant sleeps for 16 hr a day
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Temperature of 38.2° C (100.8° F)
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Stool diaper every time the infant breastfeeds
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Lack of movement when awake
Explanation
Correct Answer: (A) Grunting while breathing and (C) Temperature of 38.2° C (100.8° F) Grunting while breathing in a newborn is a significant sign of respiratory distress and can indicate the infant is struggling to keep their airways open, requiring immediate medical evaluation to prevent respiratory failure. A temperature of 38.2° C (100.8° F) in a 1-week-old infant is considered a fever, and fever in a neonate this young is a medical emergency because their immature immune systems place them at high risk for serious bacterial infections such as sepsis or meningitis.
Why the other options are incorrect:
B. Infant sleeps for 16 hr a day: Newborns typically sleep between 14 to 17 hours a day, so this amount of sleep falls within the expected normal range and does not indicate an urgent problem.
D. Stool diaper every time the infant breastfeeds: Frequent stooling after feeding is a normal newborn pattern due to the gastrocolic reflex and is not a concerning finding requiring immediate evaluation.
E. Lack of movement when awake: While lethargy can be concerning in some contexts, this finding alone without further clarification is less specific and urgent compared to the objective signs of respiratory distress and fever, which are clear indicators of a medical emergency in a neonate.
A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of being a perpetrator of abuse and violence. Which of the following characteristics should the nurse expect the client to have? (Select All that Apply.)
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Is demanding
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Has a low tolerance for frustration
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Shows bravery
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Has low self-esteem
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Intimidates others
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Communicates in short sentences
Explanation
Correct Answer: (A) Is demanding, (B) Has a low tolerance for frustration, (D) Has low self-esteem, and (E) Intimidates others Perpetrators of abuse and violence commonly display a demanding manner as a way to maintain control over others, coupled with a low tolerance for frustration that can escalate quickly into aggressive outbursts when their expectations are not met. Underlying low self-esteem is frequently a driving factor behind the need to dominate or control others, and intimidation is a primary tool used to maintain power and instill fear in their victims, reinforcing the cycle of abusive behavior.
Why the other options are incorrect:
C. Shows bravery: Bravery is not a characteristic associated with perpetrators of abuse; their behavior is more accurately linked to insecurity and a need for control rather than genuine courage.
F. Communicates in short sentences: Communication patterns in short sentences are not a recognized behavioral characteristic specifically associated with perpetrators of abuse and violence.
A nurse is assessing a client who has posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following a sexual assault. Which of the following is an expected finding?
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Constant need to talk about the event.
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Sleeping 12 hr or more each day.
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Increasing sense of attachment to others.
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Increasing feelings of anger.
Explanation
Correct Answer: (D) Increasing feelings of anger Increased irritability and anger are core, well-recognized symptoms of PTSD, falling under the category of hyperarousal and mood alterations associated with the disorder, as survivors often experience heightened emotional reactivity and difficulty regulating anger following a traumatic event such as sexual assault.
Why the other options are incorrect:
A. Constant need to talk about the event.: PTSD is more commonly associated with avoidance of discussing or being reminded of the traumatic event, rather than a constant need to talk about it, as avoidance is a hallmark diagnostic feature of the disorder.
B. Sleeping 12 hr or more each day.: PTSD is typically associated with sleep disturbances such as insomnia, nightmares, or difficulty staying asleep, rather than excessive sleeping.
C. Increasing sense of attachment to others.: PTSD often leads to emotional numbing, detachment, and difficulty maintaining close relationships, rather than an increasing sense of attachment to others.
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