A nurse on a surgical unit is preparing to transfer a client to a rehabilitation facility. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the change-of-shift report?
The client's preferred time for bathing
The belief that the client has a difficult relationship with his son
The time the client received his last dose of pain medication
The steps to follow when providing wound care
The Correct Answer is C
Information on the last dos of analgesics is key in ensuring optimal pain control while avoiding any incidence of drug overdose.
D. Information on steps of wound care is important but not relevant as the nurses on the facility are expected to be well versed with the steps as part of their scope of practice.
A and B is not relevant information during change of shift.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
The nurse should prioritize care based on the ABCs of basic life support. The client with neck injury likely has airway obstruction which poses immediate risk of death and should, therefore, be addressed first.
B. Client is exhibiting features of a psychiatric disorder which can be addressed later.
C. Client has issues with inadequate breathing which comes second after airway.
D. Client is likely to have circulatory issues due to dehydration secondary to skin losses.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Disaster management includes eliminating congestion of emergency areas to allow for the care of the casualties. This can be done by discharging stable client after assessment
A. Communication with the performance improvement committee is not a priority and may interfere with delivery of care
C. A unit nurse has no authority to write prescriptions. That’s the role of the PCP at the scene
D. Communication with the media breaches confidentiality and interfere with delivery of emergency care
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