Which factor differentiates the role of the home health nurse from the role of the nurse in the hospital setting?
1. The home atmosphere is more relaxed.
2. A larger number of family members are present.
3. There are fewer supplies with which to work.
4. The nurse is a guest in the client's home.
ANS: 4
The client is the guest in the hospital, whereas the nurse is the guest in the client's home. 1. This is not universally true. 2. Some clients have no family. 3. The home health nurse will either have the necessary supplies or know how to access them.
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