The nurse is caring for a client who is concerned of having the beginning symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Which question is helpful in determining risk factors?
A) "Has your house been tested for high radon levels."
B) "Do you have any family with Alzheimer's disease?"
C) "How many times a week do you eat red meat?"
D) "At which time of day do you experience most symptoms?"
B
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The nurse asks the client about the family health history. The nurse is correct to understand that if the client has a first-degree relative with Alzheimer's disease, the client's risk for the disease doubles. The other options are not helpful in determining risk factors.
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