DaVita - Data Collection & Assessment with correct answers 2024/2025

DaVita - Data Collection & AssessmentDifference b/w data collection and assessment - correct answer Data collection: observation and numerical values; done by PCT Assessment: requires nursing judgement; done by RN Role of PCT prior to Tx initiation - correct answer Data collection/Vitals Inform RN if abnormal findings requiring pre-Tx assessment Role of RN prior to Tx initiation - correct answer Assess abnormal findings, determine interventions If putting pt on Tx, assess beforehand (in PA, nurse has one hour to assess if PCT puts pt on Tx) When is pre-treatment assessment by the RN required? - correct answer - AKI patient - Abnormal findings - RN puts patient on Tx - If required by state law Too small of a BP cuff will cause too _______ of a BP reading - correct answer High Too large of a BP cuff will cause too __________ of a BP reading - correct answer Low When is post-Tx assessment by the RN required? - correct answer -Unusual/unexpected findings -Required by state law (in PA, only if something unexpected occurs)