. What is the purpose when a nurse gathers client information? A. It enables the nurse to make sound clinical judgments and plan appropriate client care. B. It enables the nurse to prescribe the appropriate medications. C. It enables the nurse to assi

A. It enables the nurse to make sound clinical judgments and plan appropriate client care. Gathering client information is fundamental for nurses to assess the situation accurately, establish a diagnosis, and develop a tailored care plan to meet the specific needs of the client.