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A 71-year-old client in a long-term care facility is being evaluated for nursing care related to antimicrobial resistance. Assessment data include productive cough for 2 weeks with night sweats and hemoptysis. 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.Blaming the client for nonadherence instead of stating facts."The client is doing fine; no issues to report."

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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 71-year-old client in a long-term care facility is being evaluated for nursing care related to antimicrobial resistance. Assessment data include productive cough for 2 weeks with night sweats and hemoptysis. Which communication to the oncoming nurse or provider is most appropriate?

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