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Management of CareQuestion 2239 of 2368

On a 1 to 4 acuity scale, which client would most likely receive the highest rating of 4?

  1. A relatively stable client needing minimal nursing intervention
  2. A client at moderate risk needing somewhat more frequent assessment
  3. A client with frequent changes in vital signs and uncontrolled pain
  4. A new admission who is confused and needs more direct observation
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Correct answer: A client with frequent changes in vital signs and uncontrolled pain

A rating of 4 is a high-risk client with frequent vital sign changes, complex interventions, or significant uncontrolled pain.

Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Prioritization: Acuity. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026