The nurse providing home care is a guest in the client's home and must:
A)
make home visits only when it is convenient for the client.
B)
respect boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
C)
obtain written consent from family members to make visits.
D)
take direction from the client for interventions.
B
Explanation:
A)
Patient confidentiality and respect for property are part of a home health agency's bill of rights. Visit times are arranged between the nurse and the family. The client gives written consent and interventions are based on the physician's treatment plan.
Application
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
B)
Patient confidentiality and respect for property are part of a home health agency's bill of rights. Visit times are arranged between the nurse and the family. The client gives written consent and interventions are based on the physician's treatment plan.
Application
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
C)
Patient confidentiality and respect for property are part of a home health agency's bill of rights. Visit times are arranged between the nurse and the family. The client gives written consent and interventions are based on the physician's treatment plan.
Application
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
D)
Patient confidentiality and respect for property are part of a home health agency's bill of rights. Visit times are arranged between the nurse and the family. The client gives written consent and interventions are based on the physician's treatment plan.
Application
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
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