During a Health History Interview, a Patient Tells the Nurse

question 14

Multiple Choice

During a health history interview, a patient tells the nurse, "I am nearsighted." Which term does the nurse use in the patient's health record to document this information?

• A)Myopia
• B)Hyperopia
• C)Presbyopia
• D)Astigmatism

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Definitions:

Anticipatory Grieving

The process of grieving in advance of an impending loss, such as the expected death of a loved one due to a terminal illness.

AIDS

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a disease caused by HIV that severely weakens the immune system.

Scapegoating

The act of unjustly blaming or punishing a person or group for problems or adverse events, often used to deflect responsibility or criticism.

Dysfunctional Families

Dysfunctional families are characterized by conflict, misbehavior, and often child neglect or abuse that interfere with the emotional and physical development of its members.