Which Nursing Assessment Best Measures Cognitive Functioning

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which nursing assessment best measures cognitive functioning?

• A) Administer a Mini-Mental Status Exam (MMSE).
• B) Ask the patient his name, where he is, and what month it is.
• C) Ask the patient's family if the patient is behaving normally.
• D) Evaluate the patient's ability to read the newspaper.

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Definitions:

Racial Group

A racial group is a group of people classified or categorized based on physical characteristics, often skin color, that are considered by society to define a race.

Genetic Heritage

The genetic makeup and information passed down from ancestors, influencing physical and sometimes behavioral traits.

Common Culture

A shared set of cultural norms, values, and practices that bind a community or society together.

Empowerment

A helping strategy that involves supporting, encouraging, and giving clients skills to become their own advocates.