The ED triage nurse identifies the client who can have treatment delayed for a few hours as the client with a
A) avulsed (knocked-out) tooth.
B) broken finger.
C) head injury from a fall.
D) large laceration that needs suturing.

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This client requires treatment, but life/limb/vision is not threatened if care cannot be provided within 1 to 2 hours. The other injuries would require more rapid care to prevent future problems or possible complications.

The ED Triage Nurse Identifies the Client Who Can Have