Handoff Communication, or the Transfer of Data During Transitions in Care

question 4

Multiple Choice

Handoff communication, or the transfer of data during transitions in care, includes an opportunity to ask questions, clarify, and confirm the information being passed between sender and receiver. What is the main objective for ensuring effective communication during a client handoff?

• A)To avoid lawsuits
• B)To make sure all documentation is complete
• C)To facilitate quality improvement
• D)To ensure client safety

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Definitions:

Mg

A chemical element with the symbol Mg and atomic number 12, known as magnesium, which is a shiny gray solid and plays important roles in the human body.

Ml

A milliliter is a metric system volume unit that is equal to 1/1000th of a liter.

Gram

A unit of measurement for mass that is exactly one thousandth part of a kilogram.

Basic Unit

The fundamental, smallest, or simplest quantity or component in a system or set of measurements often used as a standard of measurement.