If an Elderly Patient Appears to Be of Chinese Background

question 24

Multiple Choice

If an elderly patient appears to be of Chinese background, it is best to:

• A) ask questions about her health beliefs and preferences.
• B) assume that she distrusts Western medicine.
• C) proceed with care as you would with any other patient.
• D) refer her to a Chinese medicine practitioner.

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Definitions:

Blood Specimen

A sample of blood taken for testing or analysis to diagnose, monitor, or treat various health conditions.

Sputum

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Angiography

A medical imaging technique used to visualize the inside of blood vessels and organs of the body, specifically arteries, veins, and the heart chambers.

Blood Urea Nitrogen

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