The nurse is collecting data from the client following the transfusion of 2 units of packed RBCs.

Exhibits

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Laboratory Results:

1800:

WBC count 6,700/mm (5,000 to 10,000/mm3)

Hemoglobin 12 g/dL (14 to 18 g/dL)

Hematocrit 36% (40% to 52%)

Vital Signs:

1800:

Blood pressure 112/74 mm Hg

Heart rate 95/min

Respiratory rate 18/min

Temperature 37.5°  C (99.5°  F)

O2 saturation 100% 2 L/min O2 via nasal cannula

Assessment:

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Physical Exam

General: no distress

Head, ears, eyes, nose, and throat (HEENT): oropharynx clear, mucous membranes moist and pink

Respiratory: bilateral breath sounds clear

Gastrointestinal: epigastric tenderness to palpation, no rebound tenderness or guarding

Neurologic: awake and alert

A. The client's next dressing change is scheduled in 4 hr. While the next dressing change is relevant to nursing care, it may not be critical for all members of the interprofessional team. The focus of the meeting should be on issues that impact the overall care plan and interdisciplinary collaboration.
B. The client's vital signs are checked every 8 hr. Checking vital signs every 8 hours is more specific to nursing care and may not be necessary for other team members to know unless there are concerns related to the client's condition that could affect their care.
C. The client has developed difficulty ambulating. Difficulty ambulating is important for the interprofessional team as it impacts the client's mobility, safety, and overall care plan. Difficulty ambulating may require the involvement of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and adjustments to the care approach, making it a critical point for discussion.
D. The client has state-sponsored health insurance. Having state-sponsored health insurance is relevant to the financial and administrative aspects of care, but it may not directly influence the clinical care decisions made by the interprofessional team and may not need to be addressed during the meeting.

A. "An incident report has been completed and sent to risk management." Incident reports are used for internal facility documentation and quality improvement but should not be mentioned in the medical record. Including this information could make the report discoverable in legal proceedings, which is why it should remain separate from the client’s medical documentation.
B. "The client fell because the assistive personnel did not place nonskid slippers on the client." This statement assigns blame without objective evidence and does not follow factual documentation principles. Medical records should include observable data, client statements, and assessments rather than subjective conclusions or assumptions about the cause of the fall.
C. "Client stated, 'I lost my balance and fell when I got out of bed to go to the bathroom.'" Including the client's direct statement ensures accurate, objective documentation. It provides firsthand information about the incident without making assumptions or assigning blame. Client statements should always be documented using quotation marks to maintain accuracy.
D. "The client does not appear to have any injuries resulting from the fall." This statement is subjective and may be misleading. A client could have internal injuries that are not immediately visible. Instead, the nurse should document a detailed physical assessment, such as "No visible injuries noted. Client denies pain or discomfort at this time."