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aabwk4

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The nurse is reviewing a list of clients who are scheduled for home visits during the day. What is a legal responsibility of the nurse during these visits?
 
  1. Arriving on time
  2. Completing care within an hour of arrival
  3. Assessing the home for safety
  4. Establishing a trusting relationship

Question 2

A client who is scheduled to have home health services asks the nurse who will come to see her in her home. The nurse explains that home health care is provided by:
 
  1. a multidisciplinary team of providers.
  2. volunteers.
  3. home health aides.
  4. registered nurses only.


Rilsmarie951

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3

1. It is wise to arrive on time, but not a legal issue.
2. Completing care in a timely fashion is advised but not a legal issue.
3. The nurse is legally responsible for assessing the home for the safety needs of the client.
4. Establishing a trusting relationship is advisable for delivering effective care, but not a legal demand.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1

1. Home health care may involve a variety of services, including nursing, Social Services, therapists, and volunteers.
2. Volunteers might be used to provide home health care.
3. Home health aides might assist with providing home care.
4. Other health care professionals besides nurses provide home care.


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