A home care nurse has just completed a dressing change on her client. Which statement best describes the termination phase?
A) "You need to eat more protein to assist you with wound healing."
B) "On a scale of 0 to 10 with 0 being no pain and 10 being the worst, where would you rate your pain?"
C) "Your wound is healing nicely. It is draining less and it is smaller by a half centimeter."
D) "Have you had any problems since our last visit? Is your wife doing well with your dressing changes?"
Ans: C
Feedback:
The summarization of the purpose of the visit is evident with the description of the accomplishments of the visit. Discussion of diet, pain, and evaluation of caregiver competency should be done before the termination of care.
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