The Condition of Being Awake and Alert to One's Surroundings

question 1

Multiple Choice

The condition of being awake and alert to one's surroundings is called:

• A)conscious.
• B)dementia.
• C)aura.
• D)unconscious.

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Definitions:

Client Records

Documentation pertaining to the healthcare services provided to a patient, including medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes, essential for ensuring continuity and quality of care.

Chronological Order

The arrangement of events in the order of their occurrence in time, typically from earliest to most recent.

Narrative Charting

A descriptive record of client data and nursing interventions, written in sentences and paragraphs.

Nurse's Shift

The designated working period for nurses, often involving rotational schedules due to the 24/7 nature of healthcare services.