The nurse is conducting a home care assessment for a patient who was recently discharged from the hospital after being treated for pneumonia. Which question is asked to assess the patient's risk for impaired skin integrity?
1) Do you have clean clothes to wear?
2) Who is responsible for doing the laundry?
3) Do your clothes properly fit?
4) Do you require assistance when dressing?
Question 2
The nurse is assessing a patient's physical needs. Which question is appropriate when assessing nutrition
1) Who prepares your meals?
2) Are you able to properly care for your teeth?
3) Do you take any over-the-counter medications?
4) Do you ever feel like skipping meals during the day?
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