After receiving change-of-shift report, which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
A)A client who was admitted yesterday with gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding and has melena
B)A client who is crying after receiving a diagnosis of esophageal cancer
C)A client with esophageal varices who has a blood pressure of 96/54 mm Hg
D)A client with nausea who has a dose of metoclopramide (Reglan) scheduled

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The client's history and blood pressure indicate possible hemodynamic instability caused by GI bleeding. The data about the other clients do not indicate acutely life-threatening complications.

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