When the nurse is involved in the in-home phase, the nurse should:
A) use therapeutic communication.
B) review the client's health records.
C) plan the next visit.
D) summarize accomplishments.
Ans: A
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The in-home phase involves establishing the professional therapeutic relationship and implementing the nursing process. During the in-home phase, the nurse must use therapeutic communication skills. Reviewing records precedes the in-home phase. Planning the next visit and summarizing take place in the termination and postvisit phases.
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