A Patient Being Assessed for Level of Orientation Is Unable

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient being assessed for level of orientation is unable to state what day it is. Which question is appropriate for the nurse to ask the patient next?

• A) "Do you know what the month is?"
• B) "Do you know where you are?"
• C) "Do you know who the President of the United States is?"
• D) "Are you confused?"

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Definitions:

Soleus

A powerful muscle in the lower leg that is involved in standing and walking; it runs from just below the knee to the heel.

Extensor Digitorum Longus

A muscle in the leg that helps to extend the toes and dorsiflex the foot.

Orbicularis Oris

A complex of muscles in the lips that encircles the mouth, controlling movements such as closing and puckering.

Buccinator

A muscle of the cheek that compresses the cheek against the teeth and aids in chewing.