An older adult client comes to the emergency department with his wife. He has a history of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and is currently experiencing confusion and severe headaches. What does the best plan by the nurse include?
A) Ask the client if he has experienced any head injuries recently.
B) Obtain a complete blood count (CBC) , chemistry profile, and urine drug screen.
C) Ask the client's wife for a list of medications that the client has taken.
D) Obtain a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam to assess if the client has experienced a stroke.
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