What must a home-health nurse realize prior to accepting an assignment?
1. All decisions will be made by the healthcare provider.
2. The family will adapt their lifestyle to the needs of the nurse.
3. Independent decisions regarding emergency care of the child will be made by the nurse.
4. The family is in charge.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: The home-health nurse must realize that the family is in charge. The nurse must be flexible and adaptable to the lifestyle of the family. The family must provide informed consent for emergency care.
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