A new nurse on a unit asks to speak to the nurse manager as several clients have complained because family members were able to hear the verbal report outside the room during nursing rounds.The nurse manager asks the nurse for suggestions that could enhance client privacy.Which suggestion by the new nurse is appropriate?

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A) In order for the client's privacy to be protected, closing the unit during nursing rounds permits nurses to talk freely and relate important information regarding the client and care. Rounds could take place in the room, but if the family is present, confidentiality is compromised. The staff and manager should determine the form of report used, keeping in mind the confidentiality of the client. Taped reports are acceptable if conducted in private but not out on the unit.
B) In order for the client's privacy to be protected, closing the unit during nursing rounds permits nurses to talk freely and relate important information regarding the client and care. Rounds could take place in the room, but if the family is present, confidentiality is compromised. The staff and manager should determine the form of report used, keeping in mind the confidentiality of the client. Taped reports are acceptable if conducted in private but not out on the unit.
C) In order for the client's privacy to be protected, closing the unit during nursing rounds permits nurses to talk freely and relate important information regarding the client and care. Rounds could take place in the room, but if the family is present, confidentiality is compromised. The staff and manager should determine the form of report used, keeping in mind the confidentiality of the client. Taped reports are acceptable if conducted in private but not out on the unit.
D) In order for the client's privacy to be protected, closing the unit during nursing rounds permits nurses to talk freely and relate important information regarding the client and care. Rounds could take place in the room, but if the family is present, confidentiality is compromised. The staff and manager should determine the form of report used, keeping in mind the confidentiality of the client. Taped reports are acceptable if conducted in private but not out on the unit.

A New Nurse on a Unit Asks to Speak to the Nurse