At the end of the shift, the nurse performs a focused assessment by body system. Information that is important to collect includes all of the following except:
1. Behavior.
2. Respiratory rate.
3. Level of comfort.
4. Dietary habits.
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Rationale: Interactions with the client are important to assess for appropriateness.
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