The nurse says to the client, "Before the healthcare provider comes in to see you, we will need to spend about 30 minutes talking about your current problem and any other health issues that might impact how you are feeling right now
" The nurse is participating in which phase of the health assessment interview? 1. Preinteraction
2. The initial interview
3. The focused interview
4. Closure of the interview
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Rationale 1: Preinteraction is when the nurse prepares to meet the client and reviews any available background information.
Rationale 2: The initial interview occurs when the nurse uses a period of time to talk with the client and document any information that would aid in care for the current health issue.
Rationale 3: The focused interview occurs during the physical assessment, while providing treatment, and while providing care to the client.
Rationale 4: Closure of the interview techniques can be used at the end of the initial interview or the focused interview.
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