Effective Interview Strategies for Health Professionals

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What is the purpose of the health history?

To verify the patient's data

To collect only subjective data

To collect only objective data

To collect subjective and objective data (correct)

Which type of health history focuses only on what the patient complains about or the reason for seeking care?

Follow-up history

Emergency history

Complete health history

Focused health history (correct)

In which health history type are only yes/no answers used?

Focused health history

Follow-up history

Emergency history (correct)

Complete health history

What is the purpose of the 'Source of Hx' category in health history?

To determine who is providing the health history and their relationship to the patient Signup and view all the answers

Which category of health history includes information about the patient's address, phone number, age, birthdate, and birthplace?

Biographical data Signup and view all the answers

What type of health history follows up on an illness to see if it is getting better or not?

Follow-up history Signup and view all the answers

What are the acceptable formats for recording assessments according to the text?

Narrative, pictorial, graphs, and electronic or paper format Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances may abnormal findings need to be reported to the health care team and then involve reporting to police?

When there are bullet wounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct privacy requirement for conducting interviews according to the text?

Closed door with a curtain demarcation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in the complete health history, as indicated by the 'X' in the text?

Biographical data only Signup and view all the answers

What legal guidelines apply to reporting abnormal findings?

Report findings to the most responsible provider and involve reporting to police if necessary Signup and view all the answers

What set of rules does the College of Nurses of Ontario make on documentation, as mentioned in the text?

Criteria for privacy and confidentiality Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of obtaining the reason for seeking care (RSC) from the patient?

To understand the patient's subjective sensations Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the reason for seeking care (RSC) involves understanding what makes the symptoms better or worse?

Palliative and provocative Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the reason for seeking care (RSC) involves describing the symptoms and quantifying pain?

Quality and quantity Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the reason for seeking care (RSC) focuses on the location and manifestation of the symptoms?

Radiation and region Signup and view all the answers

What does the patient's understanding of their illness contribute to in the reason for seeking care (RSC)?

Gaining insight into the patient's perception of their condition Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the reason for seeking care (RSC) includes asking about any associated signs and symptoms?

Associated signs and symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'History of current illness' section in a patient assessment?

To double-check in case any signs related to the Current Illness section are missed Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'Eight critical characteristics: L, R, S, S, A, A, T3, U' in the 'History of current illness' section?

They provide a structured approach to understanding the patient's reason for seeking care Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to inquire about 'Allergies, Current Medications, Childhood illnesses' in the 'Past health history' section?

To gather comprehensive information about the patient's medical background Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reviewing each body system based on RSC in the 'Review of systems' section?

To evaluate the past and current health state of each body system Signup and view all the answers

What does a functional assessment primarily focus on?

Assessing the patient's functional abilities and spiritual beliefs Signup and view all the answers

In a patient assessment, what is the purpose of evaluating the patient's self-care ability?

To understand potential factors contributing to the current health issue Signup and view all the answers

What should the healthcare provider continually assess during the health history interview?

Implicit biases towards patients Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used in some Indigenous communities and relates to cultural, spiritual, and sexual identities?

Two-Spirit Signup and view all the answers

What unique barriers do people who identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQI+ community face when accessing healthcare services?

Inequitable access to appropriate health care services Signup and view all the answers

What does attending to power differentials in healthcare involve?

Assessing how power is used in relation to patients Signup and view all the answers

Which communication skills are involved in the process of relational practice during the interview?

Unconditional positive regard Signup and view all the answers

What should be examined in the process of communication during the health history interview?

Cultural and developmental considerations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the 'Review of systems' section in a patient assessment?

To evaluate the past and current health state of each body system Signup and view all the answers

What does the healthcare provider continually assess during the health history interview?

The past and current health state of each body system Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'Eight critical characteristics: L, R, S, S, A, A, T3, U' in the 'History of current illness' section?

To understand what makes the symptoms better or worse Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the reason for seeking care (RSC) involves asking about any associated signs and symptoms?

T3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the order of the examination of body systems in the 'Review of systems' section?

From head to toe Signup and view all the answers

What type of health history follows up on an illness to see if it is getting better or not?

'Review of systems' Signup and view all the answers

What is the acceptable format for recording assessments, as mentioned in the text?

Electronic and narrative Signup and view all the answers

When may abnormal findings need to be verbally reported to the most responsible provider and then involve reporting to the police, according to the text?

In instances of bullet wounds Signup and view all the answers

Which category of information is included in the 'Review of systems' section in a patient assessment?

Patient's symptoms in each body system Signup and view all the answers

When are findings required to be reported to Children’s Aid Services (CAS), based on the text?

In cases of suspected child abuse or neglect Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'History of current illness' section primarily focus on in a patient assessment?

The progression and details of the illness Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluating the patient's self-care ability in a patient assessment?

To determine the patient's independency level Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the 'Review of systems' section in a patient assessment?

To evaluate the presence or absence of symptoms in each body system Signup and view all the answers

In the context of healthcare documentation, what does CNO stand for?

College of Nurses of Ontario Signup and view all the answers

When documenting assessments, which formats are acceptable according to the text?

Abbreviations and symbols with distinct interpretations Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'subjective data' refer to in the context of data collection for healthcare?

Client's reported symptoms and feelings Signup and view all the answers

What is the nurses' responsibility regarding client health information security?

Maintaining confidentiality and acting in accordance with information retention and destruction policies Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for nurses to ensure that their documentation of client care is accurate, timely, and complete?

To avoid legal consequences related to incomplete documentation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reviewing each body system based on RSC in the 'Review of systems' section?

To systematically evaluate the patient's overall health status Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to assess the patient's self-care abilities during the review of systems?

To identify any barriers or limitations the patient may face in managing their health Signup and view all the answers

In the 'Review of systems' section, what does understanding the patient's health beliefs and practices primarily help in?

Assessing the impact of culture on the patient's health status Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of a patient's health status is primarily evaluated by identifying any signs and symptoms related to specific body systems during the review of systems?

Physiological functioning and potential health issues Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to identify any psychosocial factors affecting the patient's health during the review of systems?

To address any emotional or social issues that may impact health Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of identifying cultural and spiritual influences on a patient's health during the review of systems?

To assess the patient's beliefs about illness and wellness Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reviewing each body system based on Reason for Seeking Care (RSC) in the 'Review of systems' section?

To identify any potential underlying health issues or conditions not mentioned by the patient Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances may abnormal findings need to be reported to the health care team and then involve reporting to police?

When a patient's health history indicates potential risk of harm to themselves or others Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the Reason for Seeking Care (RSC) involves understanding what makes the symptoms better or worse?

Modifying factors Signup and view all the answers

What does attending to power differentials in healthcare involve?

Balancing authority between healthcare providers and patients during interactions Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the Reason for Seeking Care (RSC) includes asking about any associated signs and symptoms?

Associated signs and symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What should be examined in the process of communication during the health history interview?

Communication barriers experienced by the patient Signup and view all the answers

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What is the purpose of the health history?

Which type of health history focuses only on what the patient complains about or the reason for seeking care?

In which health history type are only yes/no answers used?

What is the purpose of the 'Source of Hx' category in health history?

Which category of health history includes information about the patient's address, phone number, age, birthdate, and birthplace?

What type of health history follows up on an illness to see if it is getting better or not?

What are the acceptable formats for recording assessments according to the text?

In what circumstances may abnormal findings need to be reported to the health care team and then involve reporting to police?

What is the correct privacy requirement for conducting interviews according to the text?

Which of the following is included in the complete health history, as indicated by the 'X' in the text?

What legal guidelines apply to reporting abnormal findings?

What set of rules does the College of Nurses of Ontario make on documentation, as mentioned in the text?

What is the primary purpose of obtaining the reason for seeking care (RSC) from the patient?

Which component of the reason for seeking care (RSC) involves understanding what makes the symptoms better or worse?

What aspect of the reason for seeking care (RSC) involves describing the symptoms and quantifying pain?

Which component of the reason for seeking care (RSC) focuses on the location and manifestation of the symptoms?

What does the patient's understanding of their illness contribute to in the reason for seeking care (RSC)?

Which part of the reason for seeking care (RSC) includes asking about any associated signs and symptoms?

What is the purpose of the 'History of current illness' section in a patient assessment?

What is the significance of the 'Eight critical characteristics: L, R, S, S, A, A, T3, U' in the 'History of current illness' section?

Why is it important to inquire about 'Allergies, Current Medications, Childhood illnesses' in the 'Past health history' section?

What is the primary purpose of reviewing each body system based on RSC in the 'Review of systems' section?

What does a functional assessment primarily focus on?

In a patient assessment, what is the purpose of evaluating the patient's self-care ability?

What should the healthcare provider continually assess during the health history interview?

Which term is used in some Indigenous communities and relates to cultural, spiritual, and sexual identities?

What unique barriers do people who identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQI+ community face when accessing healthcare services?

What does attending to power differentials in healthcare involve?

Which communication skills are involved in the process of relational practice during the interview?

What should be examined in the process of communication during the health history interview?

What is the primary purpose of the 'Review of systems' section in a patient assessment?

What does the healthcare provider continually assess during the health history interview?

What is the significance of the 'Eight critical characteristics: L, R, S, S, A, A, T3, U' in the 'History of current illness' section?

Which part of the reason for seeking care (RSC) involves asking about any associated signs and symptoms?

What is the order of the examination of body systems in the 'Review of systems' section?

What type of health history follows up on an illness to see if it is getting better or not?

What is the acceptable format for recording assessments, as mentioned in the text?

When may abnormal findings need to be verbally reported to the most responsible provider and then involve reporting to the police, according to the text?

Which category of information is included in the 'Review of systems' section in a patient assessment?

When are findings required to be reported to Children’s Aid Services (CAS), based on the text?

What does the 'History of current illness' section primarily focus on in a patient assessment?

What is the purpose of evaluating the patient's self-care ability in a patient assessment?

What is the primary purpose of the 'Review of systems' section in a patient assessment?

In the context of healthcare documentation, what does CNO stand for?

When documenting assessments, which formats are acceptable according to the text?

What does the term 'subjective data' refer to in the context of data collection for healthcare?

What is the nurses' responsibility regarding client health information security?

Why is it important for nurses to ensure that their documentation of client care is accurate, timely, and complete?

What is the primary purpose of reviewing each body system based on RSC in the 'Review of systems' section?

Why is it important to assess the patient's self-care abilities during the review of systems?

In the 'Review of systems' section, what does understanding the patient's health beliefs and practices primarily help in?

What aspect of a patient's health status is primarily evaluated by identifying any signs and symptoms related to specific body systems during the review of systems?

Why is it essential to identify any psychosocial factors affecting the patient's health during the review of systems?

What is the main role of identifying cultural and spiritual influences on a patient's health during the review of systems?

What is the primary purpose of reviewing each body system based on Reason for Seeking Care (RSC) in the 'Review of systems' section?

In what circumstances may abnormal findings need to be reported to the health care team and then involve reporting to police?

Which component of the Reason for Seeking Care (RSC) involves understanding what makes the symptoms better or worse?

What does attending to power differentials in healthcare involve?

Which part of the Reason for Seeking Care (RSC) includes asking about any associated signs and symptoms?

What should be examined in the process of communication during the health history interview?

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