You are explaining a patient situation to the nurse manager.
Which action would you take to ensure the manager understands the message?

The correct answer is Choice D: The patient has a history of dehydration and orthostatic hypotension.

Choice A rationale:

This statement provides situational information about the patient's current condition, which is typically covered under "Situation" in the SBAR technique.

Choice B rationale:

This statement involves recommendations for potential interventions and would be appropriate for the "Recommendation" section of the SBAR communication.

Choice C rationale:

This statement details the patient's current vital signs, which also falls under the "Situation" or "Assessment" sections rather than "Background".

Choice D rationale:

Providing the patient's history of dehydration and orthostatic hypotension is crucial background information that helps the healthcare team understand the context and potential reasons for the patient's current condition. Background information includes relevant medical history, which can significantly impact clinical decisions.

Choice A rationale:

It’s unlikely that a preschool-age child would show no response to a significant event like a grandparent’s death.

Choice B rationale:

Preschool-age children may believe in “magical thinking,” where they feel their thoughts or actions can cause events.

Choice C rationale:

Some preschool-age children may believe death is temporary, but this is not the most common belief.

Choice D rationale:

Associating death with misdeeds is more common in older children who understand morality.