A Nurse Is Completing an OASIS Assessment on a Patient

question 21

Multiple Choice

A nurse is completing an OASIS assessment on a patient. What data would be most important for the nurse to assess?

• A) Presence of grocery stores nearby
• B) Safety concerns within the home
• C) Number and kind of pets
• D) Proximity to a health care facility

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