In Collecting a History from an Older Adult, Which Information

question 2

Multiple Choice

In collecting a history from an older adult, which information does the nurse consider least essential for a patient of this age?

• A) Past health history
• B) Genogram
• C) Functional abilities
• D) Mental health

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Definitions:

Tricyclic

A type of antidepressant medication that works by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain to improve mood.

Suicidal Thoughts

Thoughts about or an inclination towards ending one's own life.

Side Effects

Unintended reactions or results, often negative, of medication or treatment.

Anxiety Disorders

Disabling (uncontrollable and disruptive) psychological disorders that feature motor tension, hyperactivity, and apprehensive expectations and thoughts.