The Purpose of Asking a Patient If He or She

question 40

Multiple Choice

The purpose of asking a patient if he or she needs to void before the physical examination includes all of the following except

• A) To obtain a urine specimen
• B) To make the examination easier
• C) To prevent urinary incontinence
• D) To provide for patient comfort

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Definitions:

Closeness

The quality or state of being close or intimate with someone emotionally or physically.

Industry Versus Inferiority

The fourth stage of psychosocial development in Erikson’s theory, occurring in middle childhood. Mastery of tasks leads to a sense of industry, whereas failure produces feelings of inferiority.

8-Year-Old

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Social Cognition

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