The Nurse Is Performing a Functional Assessment on an 82-Year-Old

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse is performing a functional assessment on an 82-year-old patient who recently had a stroke.Which of the following questions would be the most important to ask?

• A)"Do you wear glasses?"
• B)"Are you able to dress yourself?"
• C)"Do you have any thyroid problems?"
• D)"How many times a day do you have a bowel movement?"

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Definitions:

Serrations

The tooth-like projections found on the edge of a tool, such as a knife or saw, designed to make cutting more efficient.

Fasting

A practice of voluntarily abstaining from all or some kinds of food or drink, usually for a specific period of time, often practiced for religious, health, or medical reasons.

Nausea

A feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit, often a symptom of other conditions or side effects of medication.

Vomiting

The forceful expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth, which can be a symptom of various conditions or diseases.