Asked by Ginny Aldrich on Jun 08, 2024
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A patient's son decides to stay at the bedside while his father is confused.When developing the plan of care for this patient,what should the nurse do?
A) Individualize the care plan only according to the patient's needs.
B) Request that the son leave at bedtime,so the patient can rest.
C) Suggest that a female member of the family stay with the patient.
D) Involve the son in the plan of care as much as possible.
Plan of Care
A comprehensive, structured approach to treating a patient that outlines the interventions and expected outcomes for their health issues.
Individualize
To tailor or adapt something to suit the specific needs or characteristics of an individual.
Involve
To include or engage someone or something as a part of a process or activity.
- Efficiently transmit and document the care plan.
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Zybrea KnightJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Family should be included in a patient's plan of care as much as possible.The family can help patients meet health care goals.Meeting some of the family's need as well as the patient's needs may improve the patient's level of wellness.The son should not be asked to leave if at all possible.In some situations,it may be best that family members not remain in the room,but this question stem does not indicate that this is the case in this situation.Suggesting that a female member of the family stay is not justified without a legitimate reason,and no reason is given in this question stem for such a suggestion.
Learning Objectives
- Efficiently transmit and document the care plan.