Author Question: What is true of the health assessment in a long-term care facility? (Select all that apply.) a. ... (Read 85 times)

jake · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What is true of the health assessment in a long-term care facility? (Select all that apply.)

a. It is the basis for the assignment of nursing diagnoses.
b. It is done only at admission to the facility.
c. It is performed only by a registered nurse.
d. It is a platform for the nursing care plan.
e. It is ongoing for the duration of the stay.

Question 2

What should be considered when planning a health interview with an older adult? (Select all that apply.)

a. Comfort of the physical setting
b. Methods to develop trust and rapport
c. Timing for minimal distractions
d. The age and ethnicity of the patient
e. Income level

mariahkathleeen · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, D, E
The health assessment is done on admission to the facility and is ongoing during the duration of the stay. The initial assessment can be done by any licensed professional in the long-term facility and is the basis for the nursing diagnoses and plan of care.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
Income level is not a primary consideration in the health interview.