Which is the most appropriate action by the nurse before beginning the health history when assessing an older adult patient?
1) Reviewing past 10 years of medical records
2) Doing a complete physical assessment
3) Doing a review of systems
4) Assessing orientation and mental status
ANS: 4
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A) metabolic acidosis. B) metabolic alkalosis. C) respiratory acidosis. D) respiratory alkalosis.
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a. Tertiary b. Primary c. Secondary d. Simple
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.