A nurse is asked to schedule a 64-year-old client's appointment and obtain her medical history during that appointment. Which of the following strategies can be used to save time while assessing the client's history?
A) Complete an informal health status questionnaire prior to the office visit.
B) Ask questions that result in "yes" or "no" answers during the interview.
C) Obtain the medical history of the client over the telephone.
D) Question family members directly regarding the client's medical history.
A
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