The client is a 42-year-old man recently diagnosed with new-onset asthma. What specific personal/demographic information should you obtain related to this diagnosis?
A. Previous diagnosis of pneumonia or tuberculosis
B. Known allergies and hypersensitivities
C. Nutritional intake and diet history
D. Occupation and hobbies
D
An environmental cause, such as occupational or leisure time exposures to inhalation irritants, should be investigated for all adult clients with new-onset asthma.
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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it is the only way for them to accomplish all of this for several patients during one shift. Fill in the blank with correct word.
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