Asked by Mirka Castanon-Ibarra on Jun 03, 2024
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The nursing assistive personnel (NAP) informs the nurse that a patient has fallen out of bed and is in pain.The nurse assesses the patient and provides care.How should the nurse document the patient's fall?
A) Patient found on floor in pain after falling out of bed.
B) Patient found on floor after falling out of bed; found by NAP Smith.
C) Patient fell out of bed but is currently in bed.
D) Patient reminded to not climb OOB after falling.
Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)
Nurses' aides, who perform fundamental nursing duties under the guidance of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses, undertaking responsibilities like helping patients with bathing, getting dressed, and eating.
Patient's Fall
An incident where a patient unintentionally comes to rest on the ground or lower level, posing significant risk especially in healthcare settings.
- Understand the intentions and accurate application of occurrence documentation in advancing patient care and security.
- Recognize appropriate documentation techniques and frequent errors in nursing records.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the intentions and accurate application of occurrence documentation in advancing patient care and security.
- Recognize appropriate documentation techniques and frequent errors in nursing records.
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