The hospital has purchased software that prints patient education material for numerous situations. What is the nurse's responsibility regarding these materials? Select all that apply
1. The nurse should read the material and assess it carefully for accuracy.
2. If possible, nursing should participate in the development of these materials.
3. The nurse has no responsibility outside distributing the material to the correct patient.
4. The nurse should carefully document that these materials were given to the patient.
5. The nurse should adapt the material to the individual patient.
1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation: 1. This is a critical action anytime the nurse gives any information to the patient.
2. This is a good idea if possible.
3. The nurse always has responsibility for the care of the patient.
4. This is a critical action anytime the nurse gives any information to the patient.
5. This is a critical action anytime the nurse gives any information to the patient.
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