The nurse is preparing to begin a health history for a new patient. Which question is most appropriate for the nurse to begin the process?
1) "What problem brought you here today?"
2) "How old are you?"
3) "Have you had any difficulty breathing?"
4) "What childhood illnesses have you had?"
ANS: 1
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