Which is the purpose of a health history when admitting a client into the hospital with an exacerbation of a chronic disease process?
1. Documenting the client response to health concerns.
2. Documenting the client's dietary history.
3. Documenting the client's stress management skills.
4. Documenting the client's social interactions.
Correct Answer: 1
The purpose of the health history is to document the responses of the client to actual and potential health concerns. Thus, the health history includes a wellness assessment covering questions on how the client optimizes health and well-being in such areas as nutrition, stress management, and social interaction.
Cognitive Level: Understanding
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