What type of patient record data would the nurse find in the medical history and progress notes?
A) findings of the physician's assessment and treatment
B) results of laboratory and diagnostic studies
C) nursing documentation and plan of care
D) information from other members of the healthcare team
A
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A) Care of the cervical collar B) Regimen for rest C) Signs and symptoms that need to be reported to the home health nurse D) How to assess vital signs
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The nurse assists and educates clients about the structure and function of the respiratory system. The nurse is reviewing the process of internal respiration and external respiration
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