The Logic: This is a classic NCLEX-style question often found in Saudi Prometric. The answer is almost always the patient with a change in mental status (Option B), as this could indicate hypoxia, infection, or a neurological event, which is life-threatening. Pain is a priority, but airway and mental status come first.
Rationale: Prolonged tourniquet application causes hemoconcentration (fluid moves out of the vessels into interstitial space). This concentrates large molecules like proteins and lipids. RBC/Hgb (A,B) remain stable if the patient is not dehydrated.
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Nursing exams are renowned for prioritizing questions based on patient safety and delegation.
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