An adolescent reports the following: "I get up at 6 a.m., attend early-morning band classes three times each week, play sports for two hours each day after school, and homework takes me three hours each night. I always feel tired
" The priority history question is: 1. How many hours of sleep do you get each night?
2. Do you consume foods high in iron?
3. Do you think you are doing too much?
4. Have you considered talking with your teachers about decreasing your homework?
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Rationale:
1. The data in this scenario reveal very little time for sleep; therefore, the history should focus on sleep patterns.
2. The scenario does not include information about food intake, and low iron might cause the tired feeling described.
3. It is obvious the adolescent is doing too much; however, it is doubtful she would think it excessive.
4. This is inappropriate; the adolescent needs to decrease extracurricular activities, not homework.
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