The Nurse Is Preparing to Assess a Patient's Cognitive Function

question 33

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to assess a patient's cognitive function. What should the nurse include in this assessment?

• A) ability to smell items placed under the nose while eyes are closed
• B) orientation to time, place, and person, and ability to recall recent and past events
• C) ability to walk with a smooth, steady gait
• D) level of consciousness

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