What Is the First Item to Note When Obtaining a Medical

question 20

Multiple Choice

What is the first item to note when obtaining a medical history?

• A) Age
• B) Marital status
• C) Mental status
• D) Date and time of the history

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Definitions:

Achievement Needs

A person's desire for significant accomplishment, mastery of skills, control, or high standards.

Personality Theorist

A psychologist or scholar who specializes in the study of personality, developing theories to explain personal identity and individual differences.

Henry Murray

An American psychologist best known for developing the theory of needs, which identified specific psychogenic needs that motivate human behavior.

Assertiveness

The quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive, allowing for the expression of one's needs and desires in a clear and respectful manner.