When performing a client's mental status examination, the nurse will obtain information about the client's:
A)
culture and family.
B)
employment history.
C)
ability to perform bathing and hygiene needs.
D)
insurance.
A
Explanation:
A)
Assessment of mental status includes cognitive function, feelings, coping skills, relationships, family, and support systems. Employment and insurance are part of the socioeconomic assessment. Ability to perform ADLs is part of a physical exam.
Comprehension
Assessment
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
B)
Assessment of mental status includes cognitive function, feelings, coping skills, relationships, family, and support systems. Employment and insurance are part of the socioeconomic assessment. Ability to perform ADLs is part of a physical exam.
Comprehension
Assessment
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
C)
Assessment of mental status includes cognitive function, feelings, coping skills, relationships, family, and support systems. Employment and insurance are part of the socioeconomic assessment. Ability to perform ADLs is part of a physical exam.
Comprehension
Assessment
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
D)
Assessment of mental status includes cognitive function, feelings, coping skills, relationships, family, and support systems. Employment and insurance are part of the socioeconomic assessment. Ability to perform ADLs is part of a physical exam.
Comprehension
Assessment
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
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