Which Type of Assessment Tool Gives the Most Reliable Results

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which type of assessment tool gives the most reliable results for an older person?

• A)Medical history
• B)Self-report
• C)Observational
• D)Report-by-proxy

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, typically measured in the arteries.

Cardiac Output

The volume of blood the heart pumps per minute, a critical measure of heart function and cardiovascular health.

Vasodilation

The widening of blood vessels, which decreases blood pressure and increases the flow of blood.

Femoral Artery

A major artery located in the thigh that supplies blood to the lower limb.