Asked by Davianna Morris on May 08, 2024
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A nurse developed the following discharge summary sheet.Which critical information should be added?
TOPIC: DISCHARGE SUMMARY
Medication
Diet
Activity level
Follow-up care
Wound care
Phone numbers
When to call the doctor
Time of discharge
A) Kardex form
B) Admission nursing history
C) Mode of transportation
D) SOAP notes
Discharge Summary
A comprehensive document detailing a patient's hospital stay and treatment, intended to aid in post-hospital care and recovery.
Kardex Form
A record-keeping system used in healthcare settings to provide easy access to important patient information, including medication schedules and medical history.
SOAP Notes
A method of documentation employed by healthcare providers to write out notes in a patient's chart, consisting of four sections: Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan.
- Recognize the purpose and components of various documentation systems and forms used in nursing.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the purpose and components of various documentation systems and forms used in nursing.
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