For which person is a comprehensive assessment indicated?
A) The person who had abdominal surgery yesterday
B) The person who is unaware of his high serum glucose levels
C) The person who is being admitted to a long-term care facility
D) The person who is beginning rehabilitation after a knee replacement

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A comprehensive assessment is performed during admission to a facility to obtain a detailed history and complete physical examination. A shift assessment is most appropriate for the person who is recovering in the hospital from surgery. A screening assessment is performed for the purpose of disease detection, in this case diabetes mellitus. An episodic or follow-up assessment is performed after knee replacement to evaluate the outcome of the procedure.

For Which Person Is a Comprehensive Assessment Indicated