Author Question: The nurse is assessing a homeless patient and notes ascites. Which question is most appropriate for ... (Read 93 times)

lunatika · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is assessing a homeless patient and notes ascites. Which question is most appropriate for the nurse to ask this patient?

1) Do you have a history of kidney problems?
2) Is there any chance you are pregnant?
3) How much alcohol do you consume on a daily basis?
4) Do you have hypertension?

Question 2

The nurse is conducting a physical assessment for a homeless person. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

1) Asking the patient to perform personal hygiene before beginning the assessment
2) Donning full PPE when entering the patient's room
3) Documenting that a full assessment is not possible because of patient circumstances
4) Allowing the patient to retain possession of clothing