Psychiatric / mental health nursing · practice question
A 31-year-old client on an inpatient psychiatric unit is being evaluated for agitation on an inpatient psychiatric unit. Assessment data include the client is withdrawn, flat affect, and refusing meals for 2 days. Which communication to the oncoming nurse or provider is most appropriate?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. 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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