The nurse is preparing to conduct a health history of a newly admitted client. The nurse would hypothesize that which of the following topics would be the most sensitive? Select all that apply
a. Family history d. Alcohol use
b. Nutritional practices e. Drug use
c. Exercise pattern f. Sexual practices
D, E, F
Some of the most sensitive topics covered during a health history include alcohol use, drug use, and sexual practices.
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A) Become familiar with physical differences among ethnic groups. B) Provide the proper food for nourishment. C) Accept each client as a unique individual. D) Facilitate rituals that bring comfort to the client.
Which of the following best describes the ultimate goal of program planning?
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A) Utilize the counseling services available at her college. B) Reduce her course load. C) Eliminate the family activities and recreational activities that compete for her time and energy. D) Create a study group with some classmates and divide the course work between them.