An older patient with a history of heart failure is experiencing dyspnea, weight gain, chest pain, increasing edema of the lower extremities, and elevated blood pressure. What should the nurse ask to help determine why the patient is currently having health problems?
A. "Have you attended any recent family or social gatherings?"
B. "Do you have grandchildren that you babysit?"
C. "Are you married?"
D. "Have you been out of the country lately?"
Answer: A
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