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A resident asks the aide, 'What does my test result mean for my future?' What should the aide do?
- A.Explain the diagnosis and likely outcome in your own words
- B.Guess at the meaning so the resident feels reassured today
- C.Look up the result and interpret it for the resident
- D.Acknowledge the concern and let the nurse know so the nurse or provider can explain
Correct answer
D. Acknowledge the concern and let the nurse know so the nurse or provider can explain
Why
Interpreting diagnoses, test results, or prognosis is outside the aide's scope and belongs to the nurse or provider. The supportive aide action is to acknowledge worry and promptly connect the resident to the right clinician.
Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Scope of Practice: Diagnosis and Prognosis · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-139).