Which item is NOT listed as part of the information gathered in a nursing history?

• A. Reason for seeking care
• B. Usual health habits
• C. Cultural considerations
• D. Blood type

Answer: (D)

In nursing history taking, you gather information the patient reports about why they are seeking care, their usual health habits, and cultural considerations that may affect care. Blood type is an objective lab value obtained from tests or existing medical records, not information the patient typically provides about their current health history. So it isn’t listed as part of the nursing history. The reason for seeking care, usual health habits, and cultural considerations all feed directly into understanding the patient’s current situation and how best to plan care.