The Nurse Is Preparing to Begin a Physical Examination for a Patient

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to begin a physical examination for a patient with open lesions on the lower extremities. Which would the nurse evaluate during the physical assessment?

• A) Blood test results
• B) X-ray results
• C) Recent vital signs
• D) Patient's health history
• E) Subjective data

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Definitions:

Sociocultural Theories

Psychological theories that emphasize the importance of societal and cultural factors in the development of mental processes and behavior.

Cohort Effects

Phenomena observed in research where the characteristics of a particular group of individuals, defined by a shared temporal experience or common life event, influence the outcome of a study.

Ethnic/Racial Background

The categorization of individuals based on shared ancestry, cultural identity, or social affiliation with a particular race or ethnicity.

Biological Theories

Theories of abnormality that focus on biological causes of abnormal behaviors.