What Is the Main Purpose of the Initial Assessment Stage

question 10

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of the initial assessment stage?

• A) To identify any allergies to medications
• B) To document the patient's smoking history
• C) To personally get to know the patient better
• D) To verify that the prescribed treatment is still needed and appropriate

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