A nurse prepares to collect a health history for a patient with narcolepsy. Which strategy should be used to complete this assessment?
1. Provide a structured form for the patient to complete in writing.
2. Seek information from significant others rather than the patient.
3. Use the patient's past medical records to locate important information.
4. Use short, focused interview sessions with active participation by the patient.
Correct Answer: 4
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