The Providers at a Clinic Are Interested in Improving the Amount

question 8

Multiple Choice

The providers at a clinic are interested in improving the amount of family history collected on each client but do not wish to extend visit times.Which statement by the nurse is most helpful?

• A)"We could have the office manager ask some questions while the clients are in the waiting area."
• B)"We could have new clients come in 30 minutes before their appointment time to complete a questionnaire."
• C)"We could hire a secretary to complete these histories on new clients."
• D)"We could ask a few questions at every visit."

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