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What is the first step in health assessment according to the text?
What is the first step in health assessment according to the text?
- Documentation of data
- Collection of subjective data (correct)
- Collection of objective data
- Validation of data
Which major area is included in the subjective data collection according to the text?
Which major area is included in the subjective data collection according to the text?
- Family health history
- Biographical data (correct)
- Current vital signs
- Past laboratory results
What is NOT a part of the 'History of Present Illness' during subjective data collection?
What is NOT a part of the 'History of Present Illness' during subjective data collection?
- Duration
- Onset
- Severity
- Treatment plan (correct)
In health assessment, why is it important to reflect on one's feelings?
In health assessment, why is it important to reflect on one's feelings?
What does the 'Review of Systems (ROS)' focus on during a health assessment?
What does the 'Review of Systems (ROS)' focus on during a health assessment?
Which step comes after knowing the client's medical record when preparing for a health assessment?
Which step comes after knowing the client's medical record when preparing for a health assessment?
What type of information can be revealed through the collection of subjective data?
What type of information can be revealed through the collection of subjective data?
Which aspect is NOT typically considered in the 'History of Present Illness' during subjective data collection?
Which aspect is NOT typically considered in the 'History of Present Illness' during subjective data collection?
Why is educating oneself on the client's medical diagnosis important when preparing for a health assessment?
Why is educating oneself on the client's medical diagnosis important when preparing for a health assessment?
Which area is NOT typically covered in 'Major Areas of Subjective Data' collection during health assessment?
Which area is NOT typically covered in 'Major Areas of Subjective Data' collection during health assessment?
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Study Notes
Health Assessment Steps
- The first step in health assessment is preparing for the assessment, which includes reviewing the client's medical record.
Subjective Data Collection
- Subjective data collection includes the major area of Biographical Data, which includes information about the client's lifestyle, occupation, and hobbies.
- The 'History of Present Illness' during subjective data collection includes information about the client's current health problems, but does NOT include the client's birth history.
- The 'Review of Systems (ROS)' focuses on the client's current symptoms and health status, including information about different body systems such as the respiratory, cardiovascular, and nervous systems.
Importance of Reflection and Education
- Reflecting on one's feelings is important in health assessment to recognize personal biases and cultural influences that may impact the assessment.
- Educating oneself on the client's medical diagnosis is important when preparing for a health assessment to understand the client's current health status and develop an effective assessment plan.
Subjective Data and Assessment
- Collecting subjective data can reveal information about the client's perceptions, expectations, and health beliefs.
- The 'History of Present Illness' during subjective data collection does NOT typically consider the client's future health goals.
- The 'Major Areas of Subjective Data' collection during health assessment typically does NOT cover the client's financial information.
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