Assessment of a Patient Nursing Practice Question
A home care nurse assesses an older client's functional status and ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs). What is the focus area of the nurse's assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To evaluate the client's functional status, the nurse assesses the client's ability to perform self-care or ADLs, including bathing, toileting, ambulating, dressing, and feeding. Everyday routines, household management, and physical condition are not components of functional status.