A nurse working in the emergency department receives four clients at the same time. Which client should the nurse prioritize for immediate assessment and intervention?
- A 30-year-old with a superficial laceration on the forearm requesting wound care
- A 60-year-old with sudden onset of chest pain radiating to the left arm and diaphoresis
- A 25-year-old with a mild headache and a temperature of 37.8°C (100.0°F)
- A 45-year-old with a closed ankle fracture reporting 6/10 pain