The nurse is visiting the home of a patient recovering from an acute gastrointestinal bleed. Which actions should the nurse take to limit distractions during this home visit?
Select all that apply.
1. Establishing short- and long-term goals
2. Explaining the primary goal of home care
3. Exploring the patient's and family's expectations of home care
4. Asking the patient if the television could be turned off during the visit
5. Asking the patient if the visit could be conducted in the bedroom away from small children and pets
Correct Answer: 4, 5
Asking to turn off the television and conducting the visit in a room away from children and pets are ways to limit distractions. Establishing short- and long-term goals, explaining the primary goal of home care, and exploring the patient's and family's expectations of home care are setting goals and priorities.
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