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A 58-year-old client after a stroke is being evaluated for nursing care related to hydration and fluid balance. Assessment data include the client has potassium 5.9 mEq/L while asking about salt substitutes. Which documentation should the nurse record to best support safe care and communication?

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

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C. 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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A 58-year-old client after a stroke is being evaluated for nursing care related to hydration and fluid balance. Assessment data include the client has potassium 5.9 mEq/L while asking about salt substitutes. Which documentation should the nurse record to best support safe care and communication?

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