A Client Is Admitted to the Psychiatric Unit with Complaints

question 28

Multiple Choice

A client is admitted to the psychiatric unit with complaints consistent with an anxiety disorder.During the assessment the nurse learns a client has a history of asthma and arthritis.Which of the following should the nurse do with this information?

• A)Begin the respiratory assessment.
• B)Begin the musculoskeletal status assessment.
• C)Begin a review of the client's current medications.
• D)Begin the psychosocial assessment.

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Definitions:

Demographic Surveys

Research tools used to collect data about the characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, income, etc.

Safety and Security

Refers to measures and protocols implemented to protect individuals, data, and assets from harm or unauthorized access.

Acceptance

Acceptance is the act of agreeing to receive or undertake something offered, or the recognition and approval of a situation or condition as it is.

Status

The current condition or situation of a project, person, or entity, often used to indicate progress or standing.