What Does the Nurse Recognize as the Initial Step in Conducting

question 69

Multiple Choice

What does the nurse recognize as the initial step in conducting an assessment of a patient?

• A)A body systems review
• B)The nursing health history
• C)Biographic data
• D)The present illness

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Definitions:

Substance-Use Disorders

Disorders related to the excessive or harmful use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs.

Body Mass Index

A numerical value derived from a person's weight and height, used to assess whether they are underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.

Family History

The record of a person's or family's medical and health background used in healthcare to assess risks and diagnose conditions.

Protective Factor

A characteristic or condition that provides a buffer against and reduces the potential negative impact of stressors or risk factors.