The nurse is preparing to perform a functional assessment of an older patient. What is an appropriate approach for the nurse to take?

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Two approaches are used to perform a functional assessment: (1) asking individuals about their ability to perform the tasks (self-reports), or (2) actually observing their ability to perform the tasks. For people with memory problems, the use of surrogate reporters (proxy reports), such as family members or caregivers, may be necessary, keeping in mind that they may either overestimate or underestimate the person's actual abilities.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Perform a Functional Assessment of an Older