An LPN/LVN working in a long-term care facility receives assignments for four residents. Using ABCs prioritization, which resident should be assessed FIRST?
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AA resident with osteoarthritis who rates hip pain as 6 out of 10.
BA resident with COPD who is using accessory muscles to breathe.
CA resident with a urinary tract infection who reports burning on urination.
DA resident with type 2 diabetes who skipped breakfast.
✓ Correct answer: B. A resident with COPD who is using accessory muscles to breathe.Use of accessory muscles indicates impaired breathing (the 'B' in ABCs), placing this resident at immediate risk for respiratory failure and requiring priority assessment over infection, a missed meal, or chronic pain.
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