The nurse adheres to the discharge standards set by The Joint Commission (TJC), which include that patients will receive instruction regarding which aspect(s) of care? (Select all that apply.)
a. Medications
b. Rehabilitation techniques
c. Referral to community agencies
d. Medical equipment to be used
e. Obtaining health insurance
A, B, C, D
The Joint Commission (TJC) standards require that a patient have information pertinent to medication, rehabilitation instructions, referral to community agencies, instruction in using any medical equipment, family care responsibility, diet, and how to obtain further treatment if necessary.
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A) urinary incontinence C) involuntary voiding B) urinary retention D) urinary frequency
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A) independently fund the entire testing process. B) make the results of the testing process publicly available. C) include women and minorities in the testing process. D) exclude any potential for financial gain during the testing process.