Which Situation Is Most Appropriate During Which the Nurse Performs

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which situation is most appropriate during which the nurse performs a focused or problem-centered history?

• A)Patient is admitted to a long-term care facility.
• B)Patient has a sudden and severe shortness of breath.
• C)Patient is admitted to the hospital for surgery the following day.
• D)Patient in an outpatient clinic has cold and influenza-like symptoms.

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