A nurse is collecting nutritional data from a group of adult clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse recommend an interprofessional care conference with a dietitian?

A. Preferred bath time is incorrect. While important for comfort and care planning, the preferred bath time is not critical information for change-of-shift report unless directly relevant to immediate care.

B. Time of last pain medication is correct. Information about the last dose of pain medication is essential to assess the client’s current pain level and determine if another dose is required. It also helps to plan for ongoing pain management and monitor for signs of over-medication or under-medication.

C. Steps required for dressing change is incorrect. While it is important to know the steps for dressing changes, this would typically be included in the written care instructions, not necessarily as part of the verbal change-of-shift report.

D. Admission vital signs is incorrect. Admission vital signs are not typically necessary for change-of-shift report unless there has been a significant change in the client’s condition since admission. It is more important to focus on current assessments and interventions.

A. Carrying the baby to the nursery is incorrect. Most facilities require that newborns be transported in a bassinet, not carried, to reduce the risk of accidental drops or abductions.

B. Having an identification band that matches the baby’s band is correct. Hospital security protocols require that the mother and baby wear matching identification bands to ensure the right baby is with the right parent and prevent infant abduction or misidentification.

C. Removing the security band to give to a family member is incorrect. The security band must remain on the mother at all times to verify identity when interacting with the baby. Removing it can compromise security.

D. Taking the baby to the lobby to visit family is incorrect. Many hospitals have strict policies requiring newborns to remain in designated areas for security and infection control reasons. Visitors should come to the mother’s room instead.