Informatics and healthcare technology · practice question

A bedside nurse using barcode medication administration is being evaluated for technology-supported nursing care and smart pumps. Assessment data include the electronic health record shows two clients with similar names on the same unit. 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.Vague statements without measurable assessment data."The client is doing fine; no issues to report."Blaming the client for nonadherence instead of stating facts.

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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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