The Process of Making a Change-Of-Shift Report (Handoff)

question 5

Multiple Choice

The process of making a change-of-shift report (handoff) :

• A) is an uncommon occurrence of little importance.
• B) occurs only at change of shift and only to oncoming nurses.
• C) can lead to patient death if done incorrectly.
• D) does not allow for collaboration or problem solving.

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Definitions:

Transmitting Information

The process of conveying data, knowledge, or instructions from one individual, group, or device to another.

Generating Information

The process of creating new data, ideas, or knowledge that was not previously known or available.

Neurons

The basic working units of the brain, specialized cells responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information through electrical and chemical signals.

Resting Potential

The difference in electric charge across the membrane of a neuron when it is not actively transmitting a signal, serving as a basis for neural excitation.