A nurse is completing an admission assessment of a client admitted for an infection. The client states that the client lives in a homeless shelter. What additional assessments should the nurse complete on the client? Select all that apply.

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When a client identifies living in a shelter, additional assessments should be obtained. Shelters are run by federal or state agencies and received limited donations on food. Nutrition should be assessed during the interaction. There is also a high risk of mental illness and substance abuse with those who are homeless. The nurse should be aware of these potential problems and assist in assessment. Vision is not a priority at this time. The stem of the question does not address medication issue so assessment of adherence is not warranted at this time.

A Nurse Is Completing an Admission Assessment of a Client