Which are the reasons for the nurse conducting a focused interview after the initial interview is complete?
Select all that apply.
1. To clarify data.
2. To gather missing information.
3. To validate nursing diagnoses.
4. To collect data from the medical record.
5. To review current health concerns.
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
The purpose of the focused interview is to clarify data, to gather missing information, and to validate nursing diagnoses. Collecting data from the medical record and reviewing current health concerns occurs during phase I, pre-interaction.
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