Exam 11: Supporting the Client Being Admitted, Transferred, or Discharged

What should you report to your supervisor about the discharge process?

The height and weight of the client are important because

Rushing and appearing busy helps a client feel relaxed and comfortable.

Always raise the side rails on the bed when admitting a client.

The client's plan of care is developed primarily by the client.

When admitting a client,the personal care provider should you demonstrate the following to the client?

At the time of discharge,the nurse will tell the client about:

When during the admission process do you weigh a client?

On admission,show the client how to use the call light and place it where the client can reach it.

The client's plan of care is made to reflect the needs of the client.

Which of the following will ease the anxiety of the client coming into the hospital?

When admitting the client,call them by their first name.

Which situations might require a client to be transferred?

It is a good idea to provide for privacy while weighing the client.

What should you call the client?

Clients are sometimes alarmed at the news that they are being transferred.

When transferring a client,introduce the client to any new roommate(s)and to the new nursing team.

Make the client collect their belongings prior to a transfer.

Note the time the client was discharged,and report it to the nurse.

Which should you do before transferring a client?