Which of the following things should you do to familiarize a new patient with his or her surroundings?
a- show the patient where the call bell is and how to work it
b- tell the patient not to operate the TV
c- ask visitors to leave the room while you finish admitting the patient
d- raise thesiderails of the bed and raise the bed to high position
Answer a.
You should never leave a new admit until the patient knows how to call for help.
a- show the patient where the call bell is and how to work it
b- tell the patient not to operate the TV
c- ask visitors to leave the room while you finish admitting the patient
d- raise thesiderails of the bed and raise the bed to high position
Answer a.
You should never leave a new admit until the patient knows how to call for help.
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Basics of Nursing