Which of the following would a nurse expect to include in the assessment phase of the nursing process?
a. determining the client's intellectual level
b. discussing any health care concerns or goals the client may have
c. identifying difficulties within the client's family
d. selecting appropriate nursing interventions to assist the client to recover
B
The purpose of assessment is to establish a database about a client. Data about a client's physical, psychological, and emotional health are necessary to identify the client's health-promoting behavior and actual or potential health problems. To obtain these data, a nurse determines such things as the client's functional abilities, the normal activities of daily living, and lifestyle patterns. From these data, the nurse can identify client strengths and limitations that can affect treatment and recovery.
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