In view of the threat made on J.O.'s life and his vulnerable situation, what precautions should
the nursing unit take to protect him?
What will be an ideal response?
• Follow hospital policy and procedures regarding prisoners and security risks. Keep security staff
apprised of the situation.
• Request a list of personnel, shifts, and their responsibilities from the guard. Ask that the guards
check in at the nurses' station and show picture identification. The guard should never leave J.O.
alone unless you are at the bedside.
• Hospitals often post a fictitious name on the door and chart to protect the patient's identity.
Nurses need to exercise caution when giving medications.
• Calmly ask for identification from any individuals you do not recognize. Notify hospital security
staff immediately if any strangers appear to be wandering around.
• Obtain a list and description of approved visitors, and require identification.
• Do not give out information over the telephone unless it is to an identified next of kin.
• Keep his door closed and your eyes open. Threats on a patient's life jeopardize every other
individual on the unit—patients, visitors, and staff included.
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