Multiple Choice
An older-adult client who is having difficulty breathing is admitted to the hospital. Which of the following approaches is the best for the nurse to use to obtain a complete health history?
A) Obtain subjective data about the client from family members.
B) Omit subjective data collection and obtain the physical examination.
C) Use the health care provider's medical history to obtain subjective data.
D) Schedule several short sessions with the client to gather subjective data.
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