Chapter 11 Flashcards
1
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admitted for diagnostic purposes, and occupy a bed for longer than one day
A
inpatients
2
Q
before arriving, they have been and down the hierarchy. May have previous experience in hospitals. You must gain their confidence. They are always watching and listening
A
inpatients
3
Q
someone who has come to the hospital or outpatient center for diagnostic testing or treatment. Does not stay overnight.
A
outpatient
4
Q
- get to their eye level
- explaining in waiting room, hold child while parent there.
- security objects OK unless necessary to remove
- never leave alone if immobilized
A
pediactrics