The Nurse Is Doing a Holistic Assessment on a Client

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is doing a holistic assessment on a client prior to starting antihypertensive medication. What should the nurse include in the assessment? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

• A) Blood pressure
• B) The biologic cause of the hypertension
• C) Mood
• D) Level of education
• E) Belief in a higher power

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Definitions:

Maladaptive

Behaviors or actions that are counterproductive to an individual's well-being or ability to meet their needs or goals.

Constructive Coping

Strategies or mechanisms that individuals use to handle stress, manage their emotions, and solve problems effectively and healthily.

Retail Therapy

The act of shopping as a way to improve mood or relieve stress.

Indulging Oneself

Allowing oneself the pleasure of consuming or engaging in something enjoyable without restraint.