Which of the Following Is the Purpose of the Primary

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the purpose of the primary assessment?

• A) To detect and treat immediately life-threatening problems
• B) To find all of the patient's signs and symptoms
• C) To discover trends of improvement or deterioration in the patient's condition
• D) To detect dangers to the patient and/or EMS crew

Develop measurable and attainable treatment goals.

Understand the role of clinical, cultural, diagnostic, and treatment formulations in case conceptualization.

Comprehend the importance of linking treatment plans to assessment data.

Understand the use and importance of the DSM in counseling.

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Definitions:

Self-Report Bias

A bias that occurs when respondents to a survey or study may not accurately or truthfully respond to questions, affecting the validity of the data.

Placebo Effect

The phenomenon where a patient experiences a perceived improvement in condition due to their belief in the efficacy of the treatment, regardless of its actual effectiveness.

Subliminal Messages

Signals below the threshold of conscious awareness, designed to influence thoughts, feelings, or actions.

Weight-Loss

The reduction of total body mass due to a mean loss of fluid, body fat or adipose tissue, and/or lean mass.