A 45-year-old man tells you that he drinks 3 oz of Scotch whiskey most evenings. His alcohol intake is considered.
a. insignificant
b. moderate
c. higher than is recommended
d. dangerously high
Ans: b. moderate
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Which patient information does the nurse document in the patient's physical assessment?
a. Slurred speech b. Immunizations c. Smoking habit d. Allergies
Which assessment technique do nurses use most often?
a. Palpation b. Inspection c. Percussion d. Auscultation