The Nurse Would Assess That the Individual Most at Risk

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse would assess that the individual most at risk for death from coronary heart disease (CHD) is a

• A) 30-year-old Hispanic woman.
• B) 42-year-old Caucasian woman.
• C) 55-year-old Asian man.
• D) 62-year-old African American woman.

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Definitions:

Shortness of Breath

A sensation of difficulty breathing or a feeling of not getting enough air, a symptom of various medical conditions ranging from mild to serious.

Initial Interview

The first formal conversation between a candidate and a potential employer or interviewer, focused on assessing qualifications for a position.

Patient Symptom

Any subjective evidence of disease or physical disturbance observed by the patient, such as pain, fatigue, or nausea.

Patient Care Management

A healthcare approach focused on coordinating and managing all aspects of a patient's care to improve health outcomes.