HESI RN Exit VI Proctored Exam
The parent of a 4-year-old has been battling metastatic lung cancer for the past 2 years. After discussing the remaining options with the healthcare provider, the client requests that all treatment stop and that no heroic measures be taken to save the client's life. After the client is transferred to the palliative care unit, which action is most important for the receiving nurse to take in facilitating continuity of care?
Explanation & Rationale
A. While reassuring the client about visiting arrangements is supportive, it is not as critical for ensuring continuity of care.B. Obtaining a detailed report from the transferring nurse is crucial to ensure all relevant information and the client’s wishes are communicated effectively.C. Providing written information about end-of-life care is helpful but secondary to ensuring accurate communication of the client’s care preferences.D. Marking the chart is important, but the immediate priority is ensuring the complete and accurate transfer of care information.
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