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Why is health history considered an important part of the assessment process?
Why is health history considered an important part of the assessment process?
- It helps in identifying nursing problems and provides a focus for physical examination (correct)
- It provides information on the patient's biographic data
- It focuses solely on the patient's chief complaints
- It determines the patient's current health status without the need for a physical examination
Which of the following is typically NOT considered part of biographic data?
Which of the following is typically NOT considered part of biographic data?
- Medical records number
- Current health concerns (correct)
- Phone number
- Ethnicity and cultural background
What is the purpose of asking 'Why are you here?' during a health assessment?
What is the purpose of asking 'Why are you here?' during a health assessment?
- To gather information on biographic data
- To schedule follow-up appointments
- To discuss fears and feelings about seeking healthcare (correct)
- To identify the main health problem or concern of the patient
How does the question 'What is your major health problem at this time?' help during a health assessment?
How does the question 'What is your major health problem at this time?' help during a health assessment?
What does the mnemonic COLDSPA stand for in the context of history of present health concerns?
What does the mnemonic COLDSPA stand for in the context of history of present health concerns?
What is the purpose of encouraging a client to explain the health problem in detail with regards to onset and progression?
What is the purpose of encouraging a client to explain the health problem in detail with regards to onset and progression?
Why is it important for a nurse to ask a client questions related to what makes their problem worse and what treatments have been tried?
Why is it important for a nurse to ask a client questions related to what makes their problem worse and what treatments have been tried?
What mnemonic serves as a memory helper for asking questions about a client's chest pain?
What mnemonic serves as a memory helper for asking questions about a client's chest pain?
Which of the following topics would be included in the assessment of Self Concept and Self Care Responsibilities?
Which of the following topics would be included in the assessment of Self Concept and Self Care Responsibilities?
What aspect of the client's life is explored when asking about social activities in the assessment?
What aspect of the client's life is explored when asking about social activities in the assessment?
In the assessment of Relationships, what is a common question asked to assess support from the client's family of origin?
In the assessment of Relationships, what is a common question asked to assess support from the client's family of origin?
What is a key focus when assessing the client's Values and Belief System?
What is a key focus when assessing the client's Values and Belief System?
