Evolve HESI Practice Exam

In communication with clients, which statement best represents the goal of understanding their health issues?

1. We will find out the underlying condition.

2. Tell me more about your health history.

3. I will just need to check your records.

4. You can only answer questions about your symptoms.

The correct answer is: Tell me more about your health history.

The choice that best represents the goal of understanding clients' health issues is the statement inviting them to elaborate on their health history. This approach emphasizes open communication and actively engages the client in the discussion about their health. By encouraging clients to share more about their past health experiences, you provide them with an opportunity to express their concerns, symptoms, and any relevant information that might contribute to their current health situation. This collaborative dialogue is crucial in establishing a therapeutic relationship and ensuring comprehensive care. The other options focus more on specific actions or limitations. For instance, checking records is useful but does not involve the client actively communicating their experiences. Simply identifying underlying conditions assumes knowledge that may not yet be fully understood, while restricting clients to only answer about their symptoms undermines the comprehensive nature of health assessments and could lead to missed insights about their broader health context. Thus, inviting discussion about health history fosters a more holistic understanding of the client's health.