Ati mental health proctored exam
A nurse on a mental health unit is preparing to document an incident that occurred involving a client. Which of the following considerations by the nurse will ensure competency in the documentation?
Explanation & Rationale
A. The nurse describes what happened by providing general and broad details. Incident reports should be factual, objective, and specific, not general or vague. B. The nurse includes the client's own words when describing what happened. Including direct quotes from the client ensures accuracy and avoids interpretation or bias. C. The nurse describes what happened subjectively. Incident reports must be objective, avoiding personal opinions or assumptions. D. The nurse includes the opinions of other team members. Only document observable facts and direct quotes—opinions should not be included.
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