While auditing the medical records of clients currently on an oncology unit, the nurse manager finds that six of the 15 records lack documentation regarding advance directives. Which of the following is the priority action for the nurse to take?

Choice A Reason:
The client needs to have someone come in to help her bathe at home is incorrect. While this indicates a need for assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, it does not necessarily require the involvement of a social worker. This need may be addressed by home health aides or other community resources.
Choice B Reason:
The client needs to have range-of-motion exercises to assist with ambulation is incorrect. This suggests a need for rehabilitation or physical therapy services, which would typically be addressed by a physical therapist rather than a social worker.
Choice C Reason:
The client needs to arrange financial resources to purchase equipment is correct. The need to arrange financial resources indicates potential financial concerns or barriers that a social worker can assist with. Social workers are trained to help clients access resources and support services, including assistance with financial matters.
Choice D Reason:
The client needs to have someone bring oxygen tanks and equipment to her home is incorrect. While this indicates a need for assistance with arranging for medical equipment, such as oxygen tanks, it may be more closely related to coordination with home healthcare services or medical equipment providers rather than the role of a social worker.

Choice A Reason:
Listing names of witnesses to the fall in the nurses' notes is incorrect. While it's important to document witnesses to the fall, listing their names in the nurses' notes is not the primary action related to incident reporting. Witness information is typically included in the incident report itself.
Choice B Reason:
Sending the incident report to the ethics committee is incorrect. Incident reports are typically submitted to the appropriate department within the healthcare facility responsible for managing incidents and ensuring appropriate follow-up. Sending the incident report to the ethics committee may not be necessary unless there are specific ethical concerns related to the incident.
Choice C Reason:
Includes the client's account of the fall in the incident report is correct. When a client falls, it's essential to document the incident accurately and thoroughly. Including the client's account of the fall in the incident report demonstrates an understanding of the procedure because it provides valuable information about the circumstances surrounding the fall from the client's perspective.
Choice D Reason:
Documenting in the client's record that an incident report was filed is incorrect. Documenting in the client's record that an incident report was filed is a necessary step, but it doesn't provide detailed information about the incident itself. The incident report itself should contain comprehensive details about the fall, including the client's account, witnesses, actions taken, and any resulting injuries.