A50-year-old man asks his doctor about ways to lose weight. he has tried to lose weight before for his sister's wedding but did not succeed. he is determined to develop an exercise and dietary plan for his college reunion but worries he will fail again. what state of change is this man in?
a. action
b. contemplation
c. maintenance
d. preparation

answer: b. complete secondary assessment (detailed physical exam).

after you finished the primary assessment, you must proceed with the assessment by performing a complete detailed physical examination.

this secondary assessment includes a focused on patient’s history, vital signs and a specific and rapid examination of the entire body especially on the injuries acquired from the motor vehicle accident and the patient’s medical complaint.