Routine hygiene care can provide an opportunity for the nurse to asses

Routine hygiene care can provide an opportunity for the nurse to assess the client’s level of activ-ity intolerance. Which of the following assessment questions is most likely to provide information that supports this nursing diagnosis?

1. “Will you need my help to take a bath?”
2. “Does taking a bath or shower cause you any pain?”
3. “Can you bathe and dress yourself without needing help?”
4. “Do you find yourself getting tired before you’re finished bathing?”

ANSWER

ANS: 4
The remaining options are not as directed towards activity intolerance since a positive response to any of them may be a result of causes other than weakness.