. The RN was told during orientation that the home nursing agency had just been accredited by CHAP (Community Health Accreditation Program). Among other requirements, what has the agency probably just completed?
A. The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation site visiting at announced intervals
B. A thorough self-evaluation and a planned site visit
C. A thorough self-evaluation and an announced TJC site visit
D. A thorough self-evaluation and an unannounced site visit
ANS: D
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A family is planning for discharge following the newborn's surgery. After receiving discharge instructions to keep the baby away from crowds until they are seen at the surgeon's office for a follow-up visit, the mother states, "I can't do that
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