Ch 12. Nursing Assessment

Question 1

Working Phase

Answer 1

During the working phase of the interview, the nurse gathers all the information needed to form the subjective database

Question 2

Preparatory Phase

Answer 2

Involves the nurse preparing to meet the client by reading current and past records and reports

Question 3

Introductory Phase

Answer 3

sets the tone for the remainder of the interview and nurse–client interactions that will follow.

Question 4

Termination Phase

Answer 4

Leads to careful conclusion of the interview process.

Question 5

A nursing student is learning about how to perform a thorough assessment in a health assessment class. Which of the following is the best source of information for the student to learn data collection for an assessment?

Answer 5

Client

The client is the primary, and usually the best, source of information when doing an assessment. The medical record may also provide information only if the client has been at the health care facility before

Question 6

Charge Nurse

Answer 6

In charge of unit clients

Question 7

Primary Physician

Answer 7

provide medical care based on the medical assessment.