Level: Advanced
Difficulty: Hard
Subtopic: Preceptorship feedback
NCLEX: The student nurse during simulation debriefing is being evaluated for transition-to-practice skills and preceptor…
Professional nursing practice (clinical transition) Management of Care
Case Study
The student nurse during simulation debriefing is being evaluated for transition-to-practice skills and preceptorship feedback. Assessment data include the new graduate feels unsure about an order that conflicts with the allergy list. Which communication to the oncoming nurse or provider is most appropriate?
Question
A. "The client is doing fine; no issues to report."
B. Vague statements without measurable assessment data.
C. SBAR format with specific objective findings, current status, and a clear recommendation.
D. Blaming the client for nonadherence instead of stating facts.
B. Vague statements without measurable assessment data.
C. SBAR format with specific objective findings, current status, and a clear recommendation.
D. Blaming the client for nonadherence instead of stating facts.
Rationale
Correct answer: C. SBAR format with specific objective findings, current status, and a clear recommendation.
Rationale: Handoff and escalation require concise, objective communication such as SBAR with current assessment data.
Hint: Apply ABCs, client stability, and NCSBN clinical judgment steps before choosing an intervention.
Rationale: Handoff and escalation require concise, objective communication such as SBAR with current assessment data.
Hint: Apply ABCs, client stability, and NCSBN clinical judgment steps before choosing an intervention.