In order to release information to another health care facility or third party regarding a patient diagnosed with a mental illness, the nurse must obtain:
a. a signed consent by the patient for release of information stating specific information to be released.
b. a verbal consent for information release from the patient and the patient's guardian or next of kin.
c. permission from members of the health care team who participate in treatment planning.
d. approval from the attending psychiatrist to authorize the release of information.
Question 2
After leaving work, a nurse realizes documentation of administration of a PRN medication was omitted. This off-duty nurse phones the nurse on duty and says, Please document administration of the medication for me. My password is alpha1.
The nurse receiving the call should:
a. fulfill the request promptly.
b. document the caller's password.
c. refer the matter to the charge nurse to resolve.
d. report the request to the patient's health care provider.
Preventive and Primary Care Services
EHR systems enable providers to view patient records across organizations.
An example of an EHR screen used to order a laboratory test.
Positioning the Patient in the Fowler’s Position
Walkers help the patient ambulate safely.
Pneumonia patient’s chest x-ray. Note the irregular areas of density.