A nurse is conducting a health risk appraisal.Which of the following activities is the nurse assessing when using this tool?

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Health risk appraisal refers to the process of assessing the presence of specific factors in each of the categories that have been identified as being associated with an increased likelihood of an illness,such as cancer,or an unhealthy event,such as an automobile accident.Therefore,the nurse would assess for unhealthy behavior and activities in the areas of biological and age-related risk,social and physical environment risk,and behavioral risk.Incorrect Activities to promote health,prevent illness,or reduce risks would be advantageous,not risky.

A Nurse Is Conducting a Health Risk Appraisal