Level: Advanced
Difficulty: Hard
Subtopic: Outcome evaluation
NCLEX: The quality-improvement nurse reviewing fall-rate data is being evaluated for evidence-based practice and outcome…
Statistics or evidence-based practice Management of Care
Case Study
The quality-improvement nurse reviewing fall-rate data is being evaluated for evidence-based practice and outcome evaluation. Assessment data include fall rates increased from 2.1 to 4.8 per 1,000 patient days after a process change. Which documentation should the nurse record to best support safe care and communication?
Question
A. Objective assessment findings, nursing actions taken, client response, and provider notification when indicated.
B. "Client fine; no changes noted."
C. Copied yesterday's note without updating current assessment data.
D. Subjective opinions only without measurable findings.
B. "Client fine; no changes noted."
C. Copied yesterday's note without updating current assessment data.
D. Subjective opinions only without measurable findings.
Rationale
Correct answer: A. Objective assessment findings, nursing actions taken, client response, and provider notification when indicated.
Rationale: Safe documentation is specific, objective, and reflects assessment, intervention, response, and escalation when needed.
Hint: Apply ABCs, client stability, and NCSBN clinical judgment steps before choosing an intervention.
Rationale: Safe documentation is specific, objective, and reflects assessment, intervention, response, and escalation when needed.
Hint: Apply ABCs, client stability, and NCSBN clinical judgment steps before choosing an intervention.