As the nurse assesses the patient's neck, the patient says, "My neck is so stiff I can hardly move it." This finding indicates the nurse should perform a(n)

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The focused assessment is needed when a patient has clinical manifestations that indicate a problem. An emergency assessment is done when the nurse needs to obtain information about life-threatening problems quickly while simultaneously taking action to maintain vital function. The screening examination or assessment is used to assess for possible problems such as colorectal cancer in patients who are age 50 or older. A comprehensive assessment is a detailed health history and physical examination.

As the Nurse Assesses the Patient's Neck, the Patient Says