The nurse provides teaching about the sedative side effects of a medication ordered to be given at 8:00 PM daily

The patient works a 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift. The nurse explores options including taking the medication at 8:00 AM instead of in the evening. Which QSEN competency do the nurse's actions best demonstrate?
a. Collaboration and teamwork
b. Evidence-based practice
c. Patient-centered care
d. Patient safety


ANS: C
Patient-centered care recognizes the patient as the source of control and provides care based on respect for the patient's preferences, values, and needs.

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Which of the following laws, signed by President Clinton in 2000, gives electronic signatures the same legal status as handwritten signatures?

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The medical symbol used to record feet is ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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