Which of the following is important to do at the end of an interview with the client?
A) Call the client's family members to give them information.
B) Call the physician to discuss findings and establish a plan of care.
C) Conduct a physical examination immediately after the interview.
D) Summarize the information and thank the client for cooperating.
D
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A nurse should end an interview with the client by summarizing what occurred and thanking the client for cooperating. The nurse should not discuss the information obtained through the interview with the client's family. It may not be necessary to call the doctor for further consultation or to conduct a physical examination immediately after the interview.
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