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What should be done if a patient is transferred to another unit?
What should be done if a patient is transferred to another unit?
- Pack belongings, gather medications, take medical record (correct)
- Notify the family and then pack belongings
- Only gather medications and leave personal items
- Leave belongings behind, no need to take medical record
Why is it important to document that belongings and records are sent with a patient during transfers?
Why is it important to document that belongings and records are sent with a patient during transfers?
- To track personal items for security reasons
- To ensure the patient has less to carry
- To speed up the transfer process
- To prevent loss of belongings and maintain continuity of care (correct)
What should be done if there is a change in a patient's condition before a transfer?
What should be done if there is a change in a patient's condition before a transfer?
- Reassess the patient and follow agency policy for the change (correct)
- Transfer the patient immediately without any changes
- Continue with the transfer as planned
- Ignore the change in condition
How does frequent movement benefit the patient's body?
How does frequent movement benefit the patient's body?
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What can proper positioning at rest help prevent?
What can proper positioning at rest help prevent?
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