A nurse is responding to a call light of a newly diagnosed diabetic. The client states she is ready for learning. The nurse recognizes this as which learning domain?

A. "The vital signs are stable." This statement belongs in the Assessment (A) step, as it provides information about the client’s current clinical condition.
B. "The client has a history of high blood pressure." This statement belongs in the Background (B) step, providing relevant medical history.
C. "The client is disoriented. Pupils are slow to respond to light." The S (Situation) step involves stating the immediate problem or reason for the communication. Describing the client's disorientation and pupil response directly addresses the current issue that prompted the call.
D. "The client should be seen by a neurologist." This statement belongs in the Recommendation (R) step, suggesting the next course of action.

. A 78-year-old female with osteoporosis who needs assistance performing range of motion exercises and ambulating with a walker: LPNs are capable of assisting with range of motion exercises and ambulation.
B. A 78-year-old patient newly admitted with anemia requiring a blood transfusion: Blood transfusions require close monitoring for reactions and complications, which are within the RN’s scope of practice. This patient requires a higher level of assessment and decision-making skills.
C. A 34-year-old patient post knee arthroscopy who requires reinforced crutch walking: LPNs can assist with crutch walking education and reinforcement.
D. A 44-year-old patient admitted yesterday with pneumonia: LPNs can care for stable patients with pneumonia under the supervision of an RN. The patient's status should be stable or improved to be managed by an LPN.