Author Question: When providing report to the oncoming shift, which of the following data would the nurse exclude ... (Read 47 times)

armygirl · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

When providing report to the oncoming shift, which of the following data would the nurse exclude from the change of shift report?

1. Mr. Timby received 50 mg of Demerol IM at 0430.
2. Mrs. Buxtom's vital signs were stable throughout the night.
3. Mr. Lynn and Mr. Jones were discharged tonight.
4. Mr. Shelby's wife assists in giving care to her husband.

Question 2

When collecting data for a cultural assessment the nurse is aware of biocultural ecology, which involves

1. Assessment of skin color and biologic variations
2. Cultural awareness
3. Cultural empathy
4. Cultural competence

juiceman1987 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Since the clients are no longer in the facility, the next shift does not need to know that Mr. Lynn and Mr. Jones were discharged. The oncoming nurse needs to know about medications, vital signs, and concerns expressed by the family of the client they'll be caring for throughout the shift.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: Biocultural