South University - NSG 4067
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Assessing the Functional Elements of the Older Adult Completing a comprehensive assessment of an adult over 65 is a way for the nurse to identify any issues that need attention and help the patient h ... ave the best quality of life possible. The purpose of the screening is to provide care, preempt disease, retain good health, keep a record of health, minimize disabilities, and give a holistic approach to independent living (lecture online,wk.2). Various tools can be used to assess the patient for the functional ability during an assessment. I will use nursing tools that are applicable to the interviewed subject and analyze where potential problem areas are. After analyzing the information gathered, I will then connect the dots with formulating interventions for the problems identified. I will be discussing a 77-year-old female, AW, who lives independently at home alone. [Show More]
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