The nurse writing a discharge summary for a patient should include achievements as well as
a. care plan updates.
b. a list of patient strengths.
c. effective nursing interventions.
d. outcomes that still need to be addressed.
D
Information included in discharge summaries includes outcomes attained, outcomes still to be attained, discharge instructions, medication instructions, and follow-up appointments. The other items are not part of a discharge summary.
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a. Involve the parents. b. Provide a simple explanation to the child. c. Let the child examine the equipment. d. Suggest coping techniques.
A nurse in a busy outpatient pediatric clinic notes that a preschool-aged child who was due to be seen is a no-show. The child is not up to date on vaccinations. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
A) Call the parents and encourage them to bring the child for recommended care. B) Speak firmly with the parents about the importance of being compliant. C) Notify the healthcare provider that the child's immunizations are no longer up to date. D) Plan to discuss the principles of health supervision at the next scheduled visit.
What elements should be included in data collection?
a. Information supplied by patient and fami-ly b. Health history, physical assessment, and documentation c. Health history and physical assessment d. Assessment, patient records, and diagnos-tic tests
During a prenatal examination the healthcare provider is going to estimate the adequacy of the client's pelvis for birth. Which measurement will the physician perform vaginally?
1. True conjugate 2. Diagonal conjugate 3. Obstetric conjugate 4. Transverse outlet diameter