The nurse is caring for a patient in his home. After several visits and review of the plan of care, the nurse notices the patient will not follow the diet and exercise regimen. What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
a. Discharge the patient from home care because he is not following the medical regimen
b. Continue to teach and reinforce the importance of the diet and exercise regimen
c. Notify the primary care provider of the patient's refusal to follow the diet and exercise regimen
d. Identify why the patient is not following the plan and revise the plan in collaboration with the patient
Question 2
The nurse is admitting a 70-year-old Hispanic female to the medical floor. Upon her arrival, the nurse notices that the woman speaks very little English and does not appear to understand what the nurse is asking.
What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
a. Contact a family member and defer the admission assessment until someone arrives
b. Use hand gesturing and facial expressions to communicate with the patient
c. See whether another staff member who speaks Spanish is available to help translate
d. Activate the hospital's translating system and obtain a translator, if available
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