The nurse is planning to interview a client interested in establishing care with a primary healthcare provider (PHCP). The nurse should initially
The nurse is planning to interview a client interested in establishing care with a primary healthcare provider (PHCP). The nurse should initially
A. obtain the client's vital signs.
[16%]
B. identify the client’s chief complaint.
[20%]
C. provide a private area for the interview.
[63%]
D. inquire about the client’s allergies.
[1%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Leadership & Management
Lesson
Ethical/Legal
Client Need
Test Plan
Management of Care
Related Topic
Confidentiality/Information Security
Item Type
Item Type
Analysis
Explanation
Choice C is correct. Establishing a therapeutic environment that involves privacy is essential to ensuring the client feels comfortable discussing their current health status. The nurse has an obligation to protect client confidentiality by having the necessary safeguards in place.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Obtaining vital signs, discussing the chief medical concern, and inquiring about allergies is essential. However, they do not prioritize client safety which involves establishing an environment with adequate privacy. Confidentiality is fundamental to ensuring that a client provides honest answers.
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4 Key Topics
HIPAA
15.12 Healthcare Law & Patient Privacy
Therapeutic environment
13.3 Therapeutic Communication & Environment
Additional Info
Key measures a nurse can take to ensure adequate privacy includes closing the door during the interview, reminding the client that the information that they share will be kept confidential, ask if they are comfortable with any potential visitor(s) staying in the room during care, and locking computer terminals when they are not in use.
