A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has COPD. Which of the following laboratory findings indicates a need to request a dietary referral for the client?

This statement should be included in the change-of-shift report because it provides vital information about the patient’s condition and any changes that have occurred to the patient during the shift.

Statement B is wrong because it does not provide relevant information about the patient’s current condition or changes that have occurred during the shift. Statement C is wrong because it does not provide relevant information about the patient’s medical condition. Statement D is wrong because it does not provide new information about changes that have occurred during the shift.

Change-of-shift reports are key to inpatient care because they provide vital information about and responsibility for the patient from the off-going provider to the on-coming provider.

a. Support the client's decision to stop the treatment.

As a nurse, it is important to respect the client's autonomy and right to make decisions about their own care. The decision to stop dialysis treatment is a personal one and should be respected by the healthcare team. The nurse should support the client's decision and provide information and resources to help the client manage symptoms and maintain comfort during the end-of-life process.

It is not appropriate for the nurse to suggest that the client discuss the decision with her family or to discuss alternative treatment methods, as these decisions should be made by the client in conjunction with their healthcare provider.

It may be appropriate to offer spiritual or emotional support to the client, but this should be based on the client's preferences and not imposed upon them by the healthcare team.