A nurse is assessing a patient's ability to manage existing health problems. What question by the nurse is most helpful?
a. "Can you tell me why it's important to test your blood glucose level at least daily?"
b. "What were the results of your most re-cent A1C blood test?"
c. "Which pharmacy do you use when your prescription needs to be refilled?"
d. "Have you been experiencing pain in your feet?"
B
The results of a laboratory test used to monitor glucose control will show how well the patient has been managing the various aspects of his or her treatment plan. This information is collected in the health perception/health management functional health pattern. The other questions do not demonstrate the patient's knowledge level.
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