When assessing a patient's general appearance, the nurse should include which question?
a. Is the patient's muscle strength equal in both arms?
b. Is ptosis or facial droop present?
c. Does the patient appropriately respond to questions?
d. Are the pupils equal in reaction and size?
ANS: C
Assessing whether the patient appropriately responds to questions is a component of an assessment of the patient's general appearance. The other answers reflect components of the neurologic examination.
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