A Nurse Is Preparing to Complete a Health Assessment and History

question 1

Multiple Choice

A nurse is preparing to complete a health assessment and history on an older patient.Which statement reflects an understanding of the general health status of this population?

• A)"I'll need to document the medications the patient is currently prescribed."
• B)"I would like to understand how supportive the patient's family members are."
• C)"Most older patients are being treated for a variety of chronic health care issues."
• D)"It will be interesting to see whether this patient sees herself as being healthy."

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Definitions:

Ethnic People

Groups of individuals who share a common cultural heritage, ancestry, language, or social experience.

Caregivers

Individuals who provide care and support to a child, elderly, sick, or disabled person, often a family member or a professional.

Pattern 2

A sequential or repeating model or design that falls under a secondary category or variation.

Relate

To establish a connection or identify similarities between two or more concepts, situations, or entities.