Nur 634 Midterm Exam - Questions, Answers And Feedback

For which of the following patients would a comprehensive health history be appropriate? A. A new patient with the chief complaint of "I sprained my ankle" B. An established patient with the chief complaint of "I have an upper respiratory infection" C. A new patient with the chief complaint of "I am here to establish care" D. A new patient with the chief complaint of "I cut my hand" {Ans: } ANS: C Feedback: This patient is here to establish care, and because she is new to you, a comprehensive health history is appropriate.The following information is recorded in the health history: "The patient completed 8th grade. He currently lives with his wife and two children. He works on old cars on the weekend. He works in a glass factory during the week." Which category does it belong to? A. Chief complaint B. Present illness C. Personal and social history D. Review of systems {Ans: } ANS: C Feedback: Personal and social history information includes educational level, family of origin, current household status, personal interests, employment, religious beliefs, military history, and lifestyle (including diet and exercise habits; use of alcohol, tobacco, and/or drugs; and sexual preferences and history). All of