A patient is referred from a Basic Health Unit to a Rural Health Centre for further assessment. Which action best supports continuity of care?
Correct answer: B. Provide a referral note with findings and treatment given
- A. Send the patient without written information
- B. Provide a referral note with findings and treatment given
- C. Ask the patient to explain the diagnosis at arrival
- D. Wait for the hospital to request the patient record
Explanation
A referral note communicates the history, examination findings, treatment and reason for referral to the receiving team. Sending a patient without clinical information can delay assessment and lead to repeated or unsafe care.
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