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The RN on a telemetry unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to incident reporting. Assessment data include new chest pain rated 8/10 with diaphoresis. Which documentation should the nurse record to best support safe care and communication?

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Objective assessment findings, nursing actions taken, client response, and provider notification when indicated.Subjective opinions only without measurable findings."Client fine; no changes noted."Copied yesterday's note without updating current assessment data.

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A. Objective assessment findings, nursing actions taken, client response, and provider notification when indicated.

Why

Safe documentation is specific, objective, and reflects assessment, intervention, response, and escalation when needed.

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The RN on a telemetry unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to incident reporting. Assessment data include new chest pain rated 8/10 with diaphoresis. Which documentation should the nurse record to best support safe care and communication?

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