What data would be collected during the identifying information portion of the health interview? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ethnicity
b. Previous or current occupation
c. Educational background
d. Perception of general health
e. Completion of advanced directives
ANS: A, B, C
The patient's perception of his or her general health is subjective data in the health history and is not taken in the identifying data portion of the interview.
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