A client has been brought to the health care facility with accident-related injuries. During the initial interview, the client becomes agitated, upset and is unable to answer any more of the nurse's questions. What does the nurse conclude about the condition of the client?

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The client's agitation and inability to answer questions suggests that their sympathetic nervous system has been activated, likely in response to the accident-related injuries. This activation prepares the body for a fight-or-flight response, which can lead to feelings of anxiety, fear, and agitation.

A Client Has Been Brought to the Health Care Facility