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A 74-year-old client on a medical-surgical unit is being evaluated for pain assessment during hospitalization. Assessment data include the client reports no sleep and increasing agitation overnight. Which communication to the oncoming nurse or provider is most appropriate?

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SBAR format with specific objective findings, current status, and a clear recommendation.Blaming the client for nonadherence instead of stating facts."The client is doing fine; no issues to report."Vague statements without measurable assessment data.

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A. 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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A 74-year-old client on a medical-surgical unit is being evaluated for pain assessment during hospitalization. Assessment data include the client reports no sleep and increasing agitation overnight. Which communication to the oncoming nurse or provider is most appropriate?

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