JOSE RIZAL UNIVERSITY

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Performance Checklist:
Home Visit Rationale

Name of Student: Magdaleno II, Edwin Date: 11/11/2023

Year/Section/Group No.: 204N Grade: ________

A. KNOWLEDGE Rationale Reference

States purposes of This step is important to establish clear goals
Home Visit (HV) for the visit, ensuring that both the healthcare
provider and the client are on the same page
regarding the purpose and expected outcomes.
Uses appropriate Clear and precise communication is crucial in
terms. healthcare to avoid misunderstandings and
ensure that the client understands the
information being provided.
States steps of the Maintaining the correct sequence of steps
procedure in correct helps ensure that the procedure is conducted
order. efficiently and effectively, reducing the risk of
errors.
Explains the rationale Providing explanations helps the client
of every step. understand the purpose and importance of
each action, fostering trust and compliance
with the procedure.
B. SKILLS
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