Asked by JACKSON HOGAN on May 24, 2024
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The nurse is assessing a patient's pain. What should the nurse know is the most reliable indicator of pain?
A) Subjective report
B) Physical examination
C) Patient's vital signs
D) Results of a computerized axial tomographic scan
Subjective Report
Information provided based on personal observation, feeling, or opinion, rather than objective measurement.
Physical Examination
An evaluation conducted by a healthcare provider where the patient's body is physically examined to assess their general heath, detect possible diseases, and determine a course of treatment; it's a reiteration of a physical assessment with a focus on the systematic process.
Vital Signs
Measurements of the body's basic functions, such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Comprehend the suitable techniques and inquiries for evaluating the intensity, quality, and effect of a patient's pain.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the suitable techniques and inquiries for evaluating the intensity, quality, and effect of a patient's pain.
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