After receiving change-of-shift report, which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
A)A client whose new ileostomy has drained 800 mL over the previous 8 hours
B)A client with familial adenomatous polyposis who has occult blood in the stool
C)A client with ulcerative colitis who has had six liquid stools in the previous 4 hours
D)A client who has abdominal distension and an apical heart rate of 136 beats/minute

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The client's abdominal distension and tachycardia suggest hypovolemic shock caused by problems such as peritonitis or intestinal obstruction, which will require rapid intervention. The other clients also should be assessed as quickly as possible, but the data do not indicate any life-threatening complications associated with their diagnoses.

After Receiving Change-Of-Shift Report, Which of the Following Clients Should