A Nurse Is a Member of an Interdisciplinary Team That

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nurse is a member of an interdisciplinary team that uses critical pathways.According to the critical pathway,on day 2 of the hospital stay,the patient should be sitting in the chair.It is day 3,and the patient cannot sit in the chair.What should the nurse do?

• A)Focus charting,using the DAR format.
• B)Add this observation to the problem list.
• C)Document the variance in the patient's record.
• D)Report a positive variance in the next interdisciplinary team meeting.

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Definitions:

Narcissistic

Pertaining to, exhibiting, or characterized by narcissism, which is excessive self-focus, self-admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

Self-esteem

The degree to which a person values themselves or feels worthy, which impacts their motivation and psychological well-being.

Criticism

The expression of disapproval based on perceived faults or mistakes.

Special Treatment

The act of giving preferential or distinct consideration to an individual or group over others.