A Client Is Being Discharged After a Tympanoplasty

question 15

Multiple Choice

A client is being discharged after a tympanoplasty.Which instruction about cephalexin (Keflex) does the nurse provide to this client?

• A) "Be sure to finish all the Keflex pills, even if you feel fine."
• B) "The Keflex may turn your urine an orange color while you are taking it."
• C) "Take the Keflex on an empty stomach and stay upright for 30 minutes afterward."
• D) "Use sunscreen and avoid exposure to sunlight while you are taking Keflex."

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Definitions:

Source Oriented

A method of organizing information in records or systems based on the origin or source of the data.

SBAR

A communication framework used in healthcare to facilitate concise and clear information exchange; stands for Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation.

Handoff Report

A crucial communication process in healthcare where responsibility and information are transferred from one caregiver or team to another, to ensure continuity and safety in patient care.

DAR

Documentation method used in nursing that stands for Data, Action, and Response, aimed at creating effective and efficient records of patient care.