Which items are considered sources of data collection for nurses?(Select all that apply.)
1. The client is the only source for data collection
2. The medical record
3. The client
4. Other healthcare providers
5. The client's family
1, 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: There are multiple sources for data collection.
Rationale 2:The medical record is a source of data collection.
Rationale 3:The client is a source of data collection.
Rationale 4:Other healthcare providers are sources of data collection.
Rationale 5:The client's family may be a source of data collection.
Global Rationale: There are multiple sources for data collection. Examples include the client, the client's family, the medical record, and other healthcare providers.
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