When collecting assessment data on a client, the nurse can obtain data from a secondary source if:
A)
the client is under 21 years of age.
B)
the client is over 65 years of age.
C)
the client refuses care.
D)
the client is unable to speak English.
D
Explanation:
A)
When the client does not speak the same language as the nurse, information may need to be obtained from another source; a translator may also assist.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
B)
When the client does not speak the same language as the nurse, information may need to be obtained from another source; a translator may also assist.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
C)
When the client does not speak the same language as the nurse, information may need to be obtained from another source; a translator may also assist.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
D)
When the client does not speak the same language as the nurse, information may need to be obtained from another source; a translator may also assist.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
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