An older adult patient is being assessed for possible alcohol abuse. To best assess the patient's risk potential, the nurse asks:

A. This option is relevant to primary disease prevention because it aims to prevent smoking-related diseases before they occur. By providing information about smoking cessation support groups, the nurse helps the patient reduce or eliminate a major risk factor for many serious diseases, including cancer and cardiovascular disease. This aligns with the goals of primary prevention.

B.A This option is a form of primary disease prevention. The influenza vaccination helps prevent the flu before it starts, thus reducing the risk of illness and its complications. Vaccinations are a classic example of primary prevention, as they protect against diseases before they occur.
C. This option also aligns with primary disease prevention. Teaching the patient about dietary changes to manage hypertension can help prevent the development of hypertension-related complications such as heart disease or stroke. By addressing dietary habits before hypertension develops, this intervention supports primary prevention.
D. This option is not primarily a primary prevention measure. Occult stool screening kits are used for early detection of colorectal cancer, which is more about secondary prevention. Secondary prevention focuses on early detection and intervention to reduce the impact of a disease once it has already developed but before symptoms appear.
E. This option represents primary disease prevention. The pneumococcal vaccine helps prevent pneumonia and other serious infections caused by pneumococcal bacteria. Vaccination, especially in older adults, is an effective method to prevent illness before it occurs, fitting the primary prevention category.

A. This question assesses whether the team member has the appropriate skills, training, and competency to perform the task safely and effectively. Ensuring that the right person is assigned is crucial for quality care and patient safety.
B. This question evaluates whether the task is appropriate to delegate, considering factors such as the complexity of the task, whether it is within the scope of practice for the team member, and if it aligns with the team's responsibilities. Delegating tasks that are outside the scope of the team member’s practice or too complex can lead to errors or suboptimal care.
C. This question examines whether the level of supervision required for the task is appropriate. The nurse must ensure that appropriate oversight is provided to monitor the team member's performance and address any issues that may arise during task execution.
D. This question considers whether the current circumstances or context (such as the patient's condition, the urgency of the task, or environmental factors) are suitable for delegating the task. Certain situations may require direct nursing involvement or special attention, which can affect the appropriateness of delegation.
E. This question evaluates whether the timing of the task is appropriate, considering factors like the urgency of the task, the team member’s current workload, and patient needs. Timing can impact the effectiveness and safety of task completion.