An adult patient has survived an episode of shock and will be discharged home to finish the recovery phase of his disease process. The home health nurse plays an integral part in monitoring this patient
What aspect of his care should be prioritized by the home health nurse?
A) Providing supervision to home health aides in providing necessary patient care
B) Assisting the patient and family to identify and mobilize community resources
C) Providing ongoing medical care during the family's rehabilitation phase
D) Reinforcing the importance of continuous assessment with the family
Ans: B
Feedback:
The home care nurse reinforces the importance of continuing medical care and helps the patient and family identify and mobilize community resources. The home health nurse is part of a team that provides patient care in the home. The nurse does not directly supervise home health aides. The nurse provides nursing care to both the patient and family, not just the family. The nurse performs continuous and ongoing assessment of the patient; he or she does not just reinforce the importance of that assessment.
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