During an admission assessment, the nurse notices that the patient pauses before answering each question about the health history. Which action would the nurse take? • Interview a family member instead of the patient. • Wait for the patient to answer the questions. • Remind the patient that other patients also need care. Give the patient an assessment form and a pen.
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