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Which of the following best describes the primary goal of the admission process in a hospital setting?
Which of the following best describes the primary goal of the admission process in a hospital setting?
- To minimize the workload of the nursing staff by quickly orienting the patient.
- To establish a positive relationship between the healthcare team and the patient, facilitating therapeutic care. (correct)
- To ensure the patient's insurance details are accurately recorded for billing purposes.
- To efficiently process paperwork and assign a bed to the patient.
A patient appears anxious and uncertain upon admission. Which action would be MOST appropriate, based on the principles of admission?
A patient appears anxious and uncertain upon admission. Which action would be MOST appropriate, based on the principles of admission?
- Administer a mild sedative as prescribed to calm the patient's nerves.
- Limit the information provided to avoid overwhelming the patient.
- Provide a detailed explanation of what to expect during their stay, addressing their concerns. (correct)
- Immediately begin the admission procedures to distract the patient.
Why is accurate patient identification crucial during the admission process?
Why is accurate patient identification crucial during the admission process?
- It is primarily for administrative and billing purposes.
- It helps in tracking the patient's movement within the hospital.
- It prevents errors in treatment and minimizes the risk of harm to the patient. (correct)
- It ensures that the patient receives the correct meals according to their dietary restrictions.
Considering the legal rights of patients, which action should a healthcare provider prioritize during admission?
Considering the legal rights of patients, which action should a healthcare provider prioritize during admission?
A newly admitted patient refuses to provide information about their medical history. What is the MOST appropriate initial response?
A newly admitted patient refuses to provide information about their medical history. What is the MOST appropriate initial response?
Which of the following is LEAST relevant during the admission process?
Which of the following is LEAST relevant during the admission process?
An elderly patient with cognitive impairment is being admitted. How should the healthcare team adapt their approach?
An elderly patient with cognitive impairment is being admitted. How should the healthcare team adapt their approach?
What is the primary purpose of performing a general physical examination during a patient's admission?
What is the primary purpose of performing a general physical examination during a patient's admission?
A patient expresses concerns about the cost of their hospital stay. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial response from the admitting nurse?
A patient expresses concerns about the cost of their hospital stay. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial response from the admitting nurse?
Which of the following is a key element in ensuring a smooth and effective admission process?
Which of the following is a key element in ensuring a smooth and effective admission process?
Flashcards
Admission (hospital)
Admission (hospital)
Process of receiving, welcoming, and making a patient comfortable upon entering the hospital for care.
Rationale for Admission
Rationale for Admission
To foster a positive relationship, provide basic information, obtain pertinent details, and ensure patient and family comfort.
Principles of Admission
Principles of Admission
Patients are more cooperative when informed; knowledge needs vary; identification prevents errors; patients have rights; requires tact and competence.
Admission Requisites
Admission Requisites
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Study Notes
- Admission is the process of receiving, welcoming, and comforting a patient upon entering a hospital for care.
Rationale
- Admission aims to establish a positive relationship between the healthcare team and the patient for therapeutic and rehabilitative care.
- It provides basic information to the patient to promote adjustment.
- It obtains pertinent information from the patient, family, or significant others to assist in assessing the patient’s condition.
- It makes the patient and family feel comfortable.
Principles
- People are less fearful and more cooperative when they know what to expect.
- The amount of knowledge a patient requires depends on individual circumstances such as age, intelligence, and health status.
- Adequate patient identification helps prevent errors and reduces the likelihood of harm.
- Patients have legal rights and additional rights as a patient.
- Effective admission requires understanding health, biological sciences, human behavior, and the effects of hospitalization on the patient and family.
- Non-judgmental, tactful, and competent behaviors are reassuring.
Requisites for Admission
- Prepare a trolley with:
- Admission chart (patient records)
- Requisites for vital signs
- Requisites for urine collection and testing
- Requisites for personal hygiene and grooming
- Requisites for general physical examination
- Requisites for blood glucose monitoring
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