After the nurse has received change-of-shift report about the following four clients, which client should be assessed first?
A)A 77-year-old client with tuberculosis (TB) who has four antitubercular medications due in 15 minutes
B)A 23-year-old client with cystic fibrosis who has pulmonary function testing scheduled
C)A 46-year-old client who has a deep vein thrombosis and is complaining of sudden onset shortness of breath.
D)A 35-year-old client who was admitted the previous day with pneumonia and has a temperature of 37.9°C (100.2°F)

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Sudden onset shortness of breath in a client with a deep vein thrombosis suggests a pulmonary embolism and requires immediate assessment and actions such as oxygen administration. The other clients also should be assessed as soon as possible, but there is no indication that they may need immediate action to prevent clinical deterioration.

After the Nurse Has Received Change-Of-Shift Report About the Following