Importance of Health History in Nursing Assessment

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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?

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?

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?

It identifies the most significant health concern of the client Signup and view all the answers

What does the mnemonic COLDSPA stand for in the context of history of present health concerns?

Character, Onset, Location, Duration, Severity, Pattern, Associated factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of encouraging a client to explain the health problem in detail with regards to onset and progression?

To understand how the client perceives the problem Signup and view all the answers

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?

To understand the effectiveness of different treatments Signup and view all the answers

What mnemonic serves as a memory helper for asking questions about a client's chest pain?

COLDSPA Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following topics would be included in the assessment of Self Concept and Self Care Responsibilities?

Investigation of behaviors to promote health Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the client's life is explored when asking about social activities in the assessment?

Support systems and outlets for relaxation Signup and view all the answers

In the assessment of Relationships, what is a common question asked to assess support from the client's family of origin?

Who is the most important person(s) in your life? Signup and view all the answers

What is a key focus when assessing the client's Values and Belief System?

Assessment of philosophical, religious, and spiritual beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Importance of Health History in Nursing Assessment

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Why is health history considered an important part of the assessment process?

Which of the following is typically NOT considered part of biographic data?

What is the purpose of asking 'Why are you here?' 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 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?

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?

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?

What is a key focus when assessing the client's Values and Belief System?

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