The nurse is questioning the parents of a 2-year-old child to obtain a functional history. Which topics might the nurse include? Select all answers that apply
A) The child's toileting habits
B) Use of car seats and other safety measures
C) Problems with growth and development
D) Prenatal and perinatal history
E) The child's race and ethnicity
F) Use of supplements and vitamins
Ans: A, B, F
The functional history should contain information about the child's daily routine, such as toileting habits, safety measures, and nutrition. Problems with growth and development would be covered in the developmental history. Prenatal and perinatal history is assessed in the past health history and the child's race and ethnicity is part of the demographics.
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