The Nurse Is Performing a Hand-Off Report in the PACU

question 3

Multiple Choice

The nurse is performing a hand-off report in the PACU.What is the best action for the nurse to perform during the hand-off report?

• A) Write all information on a chart and hand it to the nurse who will assume care of the client.
• B) Follow the nurse assigned to the new client and give a verbal report that does not interrupt care.
• C) Focus on the report and sit with the nurse receiving the client to give a detailed report.
• D) Finish the report quickly so the nurse can assume care of the client.

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