The Nurse Records This Entry in a Patient's Progress Notes

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse records this entry in a patient's progress notes: Patient escorted to unit by ER nurse at 2130. Patient's clothing was dirty. In interview room, patient sat with hands over face, sobbing softly. Did not acknowledge nurse or reply to questions. After several minutes, abruptly arose, ran to window, and pounded. Shouted repeatedly, "Let me out of here." Verbal intervention unsuccessful. Order for stat dose 2 mg haloperidol PO obtained; medication administered at 2150. By 2215, patient stopped shouting and returned to sit wordlessly in chair. Patient placed on one-to-one observation.
How should this documentation be evaluated?

• A) Uses unapproved abbreviations
• B) Contains subjective material
• C) Too brief to be of value
• D) Excessively wordy
• E) Meets standards

Grasp the concepts of break-even analysis and sales territory analysis for decision-making.

Appreciate the importance of time management for improving sales efficiency.

Comprehend how sales territories benefit both the company and its customers.

Develop calculation skills for financial aspects of sales, such as determining gross profit percentage and break-even points.

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