Which Scenarios Contribute to Effective Handoff Communication at Change of Shift

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which scenarios contribute to effective handoff communication at change of shift?

• A) The nephrology consultant physician is making rounds and asks you for an update on the patient's status and to assist in placing a central line for hemodialysis.
• B) The noise level is high because twice as many staff members are present and everyone is giving report in the nurses' station.
• C) The unit has decided to use a standardized checklist/tool for change-of-shift reports and patient transfers.
• D) You and the oncoming nurse conduct a standardized report at the patient's bedside and review key assessment findings.
• E) The off-going nurse is giving the patient medications at the same time as giving handoff report to the oncoming nurse.

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