The nurse records the following general survey of a patient: "The patient is a 50-yr-old Asian female attended by her husband and two daughters. Alert and oriented. Does not make eye contact with the nurse and responds slowly,but appropriately,to questions. No apparent disabilities or distinguishing features." What additional information should the nurse add to this general survey?
A) Nutritional status
B) Intake and output
C) Reasons for contact with the health care system
D) Comments of family members about his condition
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