A woman comes into the clinic complaining of nausea and vomiting after spending the weekend at a seaside resort. On which area should the nurse focus when assessing this person?

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The woman's symptoms and recent history of spending time at a seaside resort suggest that she may have been exposed to sun, which could have resulted in sunburn. Sunburn is a possible cause of nausea and vomiting, as well as other symptoms such as fatigue and headache. Therefore, the nurse should focus on assessing the woman's recent sun exposure and any signs of sunburn.

A Woman Comes into the Clinic Complaining of Nausea and Vomiting