Anatomy & Physiology I/II · practice question
A 45-year-old client in the emergency department is being evaluated for nursing care related to gastrointestinal digestion and absorption. Assessment data include the nurse notes an unexpected finding during routine assessment. Which communication to the oncoming nurse or provider is most appropriate?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
C. SBAR format with specific objective findings, current status, and a clear recommendation.
Why
Handoff and escalation require concise, objective communication such as SBAR with current assessment data.
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