A charge nurse is receiving change-of-shift report. Which of the following situations should the charge nurse address first?

The emergency department nurse is waiting to give report on a new admission.

Two staff members have called to say they will be absent.

A nurse on the previous shift wrote an incident report about a medication error.

Transport assistance is unavailable to take a client to occupational therapy.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. this is the correct choice because this situation is the most urgent and requires immediate action. The charge nurse should prioritize the new admission and assign a staff nurse to receive the report and prepare the room for the client. The charge nurse should also ensure that the client's needs are met and that the admission process is smooth and efficient.

B. This is not the correct choice because this situation is not as urgent as the new admission and can be addressed later. The charge nurse should plan the staffing for the shift and arrange for replacements or reassignments if necessary. The charge nurse should also communicate with the staff members who called in and document their reasons for absence.

C. the medication error report can be done later

D. transport to occupational therapy is not urgent and can wait

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Bronchodilator in cystic fibrosis is needed more frequently than twice before each chest physiotherapy sessions.

A. A high protein and low fiber diet is recommended for clients with ulcerative colitis.

C. Neurovascular check should be done regularly as it may cause compartment syndrome due to progressive edema.

D. Eye shields should be on during phototherapy to prevent corneal damage

A. Physical therapist B. Social worker C. Occupational therapist D. Speech pathologist

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a childhood disorder characterized hostility, defiant behavior and disobedience towards authority. A social worker offers counselling to the child to try mitigate their defiance as well as the family to help cope with the behavior.

A. Physical therapist offers help in individuals with physical problems

C. Occupational therapist assist with functional skills development

D. Speech pathologist helps with communication disorders which are absent in ODD

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