A client with medically complicated pregnancy has expressed frustration about the disparities in advice and treatment that she has received at various sites over the past several months
How can the nurse best ensure that there is continuity in the care that the client receives? A) Communicate clearly and frequently with other care providers
B) Ensure that client education is provided whenever possible
C) Explain the rationale for each assessment and treatment that the client receives
D) Maximize the number of people who contribute to a client's care
A
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Continuity of care can be fostered by providing detailed and timely communication between different individuals who contribute to a client's care. Maximizing the number of people who contribute to a client's care is likely to reduce rather than enhance continuity of care. Client education is beneficial to care, but does not necessarily provide continuity of care.
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