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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