Management of Care – (9)
Advance Directives/Self-Determination/Life Planning – (1)
Professional Responsibilities: Client Teaching About
... [Show More] Do-Not-Resuscitate Orders
(Active Learning Template – Basic Concept, RM Leadership 7.0 Chp. 3)
Unless a do not resuscitate (DNR) or allow natural death (AND) prescription is
written, the nurse should initiate CPR when a client has no pulse or respirations.
The written prescription for a DNR or AND must be placed in the client’s medical
record. The provider consults the client and the family prior to administering a
DNR or AND.
Client Rights – (1)
Coordinating Client Care: Appropriate Action When a Client Leaves Against Medical
Advice (Active Learning Template – Basic Concept, RM Leadership 7.0 Chp. 2)
A client who leaves a facility without a prescription for discharge from the
provider is considered leaving against medical advice (AMA). A client who is
legally competent has the legal right to leave the facility at any time. The nurse
should immediately notify the provider. If the client is at risk for harm, it is
imperative that the nurse explain the risk involved in leaving the facility. The
individual should sign a form relinquishing responsibility for any complications
that arise from discontinuing prescribed care. The nurse should document all
communication, as well as the specific advice that was provided for the client. A
nurse who tries to prevent the client from leaving the facility can face legal
charges of assault, battery, and false imprisonment.
Collaboration with Interdisciplinary Team – (1)
Coordinating Client Care: Information to Report to Occupational Therapist (Active
Learning Template – Basic Concept, RM Leadership 7.0 Chp. 2)
Patient’s condition and current status; any medications the patient is on; patient’s
tolerance level for pain; any assistive devices the patient uses
Confidentiality/Information Security – (1)
Professional Responsibilities: Protecting Confidential Client Information (Active
Learning Template – Basic Concept, RM Leadership 7.0 Chp. 3)
It is essential for nurses to be aware of the rights of clients in regard to privacy
and confidentiality. Facility policies and procedures are established in order to
ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations. It is essential that nurses know and
adhere to the policies and procedures. HIPAA regulations also provide for
penalties in the event of noncompliance with the regulations. [Show Less]