Holistic Health Assessment Across the Lifespan Questions
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Adolescents who lack social interaction and spend increased
time alone are at risk for which potential health alteration?
Language impairment
Motor impairment
Prepubertal growth
Depressed mood Correct Answer Depressed mood
An adult client who is diagnosed with chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) comes to the clinic complaining of
shortness of breath. The client says she stopped smoking over a
year ago, but her spouse continues to smoke. Which aspects of
the client's family dynamics are most important for the nurse to
include in the assessment?
(Select all that apply.)
Health practices
Physical well-being
Language
Emotional well-being
Affect Correct Answer Health practices
Physical well-being
Emotional well-being
Nurses assess family dynamics, such as who makes healthcare
decisions in the family or how the client and family members
,interact, because these may impact the client's approach to
health care and care planning. It is also important for the nurse
to assess the client's cultural values, beliefs, and practices,
including physical well-being, health practices, and emotional
well-being. Language and affect would not be assessed as part
of this client's family dynamics.
Connie, the nurse, is interviewing Mrs. Jones. Mrs. Jones
appears highly anxious at the start of the interview. Connie
realizes which approach is most appropriate for beginning the
interview with Mrs. Jones?
Closed
Directive
Rapport building
Comfortable Correct Answer Rapport building
The nondirective or rapport building approach allows the client
to control thepurpose, subject matter, and pacing. This approach
can be helpful when interviewing a client with a high level of
anxiety. The directive interview is highly structured and
controlled by the nurse. Closed questions are those that elicit a
'yes' or 'no' answer and are not likely to elicit much information
or help build rapport with the client. Comfort is a consideration
in preparing the room prior to the interview.
In what circumstances is it appropriate to complete a
comprehensive geriatric assessment?
(Select all that apply.)
After any abrupt change in physical, social, or psychological
function
, At a wellness fair to determine health status
Twice per year for the older adult with complex health needs
When a second opinion regarding a medical diagnosis or
treatment is desired
Whenever hospitalized for acute illness or injury Correct
Answer After any abrupt change in physical, social, or
psychological function
When a second opinion regarding a medical diagnosis or
treatment is desired
Whenever hospitalized for acute illness or injury
The home health nurse assesses the functional status of an older
adult client with a history of diabetes mellitus. Which key areas
are appropriate for the nurse to note during the assessment of
this client?
(Select all that apply.)
Cognition
Mobility
Skin care
Driving status
Nutrition Correct Answer Cognition
Mobility
Skin care
Nutrition
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