Author Question: In addition to factual data such as name, address, and diagnosis, which of the following information ... (Read 32 times)

mckennatimberlake · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

In addition to factual data such as name, address, and diagnosis, which of the following information is crucial to the nurse when a referral is received?

a. The amount of reimbursement the agency will receive for a visit
b. The family's reaction to the suggestion that a nurse visit in their home
c. The purpose of the referral for a home visit
d. The patient's agreement with the home visit referral

Question 2

The faith community nurse (FCN) finds the faith community's needs overwhelming. Which of the following best describes how the nurse can best meet the community's many needs?

a. Discover appropriate resources already existing in the community
b. Help the community members meet their own needs independently of the nurse or other assistance
c. Recruit, train, and direct volunteers to implement needed programs
d. Suggest the faith community recruit more parish nurses to help

ebenov · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The nurse prepares for the home visit by reviewing the referral form including the purpose of the visit, the geographic residence of the family, and any other pertinent information.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
It would be fantastic if existing resources already in the community could meet the needs of the faith community within which the FCN is working, but that would be extremely unlikely. The role of coordinator of volunteers includes recruiting, training, and directing volunteers to work with the FCN program or health ministry. The nurse may work with other nurses and lay people within the congregation. The FCN program may encompass all programs related to the health of the church community.