Nursing fundamentals · practice question
A 76-year-old client in a long-term care facility is being evaluated for high fall risk on a medical unit. Assessment data include pressure injury stage 2 noted on the coccyx with unchanged dressing. 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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