The admitting nurse has just met a new patient. As the nurse introduces himself, he begins the process of inspection on this patient
What does the admitting nurse know it is important to do while observing during the process of inspection?
A) Gather as much general information as possible
B) Pay attention to the details while observing
C) Write down as many details as possible during the observation
D) Not to let the patient know he is being observed
Ans: B
Feedback: It is essential to pay attention to the details in observation. Vague, general statements are not a substitute for specific descriptions based on careful observation. Option A is incorrect because it is specific information, not general information, that is being gathered; option C is incorrect because writing while observing can be a conflict for the nurse; option D is incorrect because it is not important to keep the patient from knowing he is being observed.
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