Four clients are awaiting care in the emergency department. Using triage principles, which client should be seen first?

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AAn adult with a sprained ankle and intact pulses
BAn adult with a 2-day history of nasal congestion
CAn adult with crushing chest pain and diaphoresis
DAn adult requesting a prescription refill

✓ Correct answer: C. An adult with crushing chest pain and diaphoresis Triage prioritizes the most life-threatening condition. Crushing chest pain with diaphoresis suggests an acute coronary event and must be seen first. The other clients are stable or non-urgent.

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