Asked by Akeeya Jones on Jun 17, 2024
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A client had an outcome goal stated as follows: Client will have a decrease in pain level (down to a 3) within 45 minutes of receiving oral analgesic.Which statement by the client will the nurse use to evaluate this goal?
A) "The medication is making me sleepy."
B) "I think my pain level is a 4."
C) "I still have some pain."
D) "Will the pain ever go away?"
Oral Analgesic
A type of medication taken by mouth to relieve pain. Analgesics can range from over-the-counter options like acetaminophen to prescription drugs.
Pain Level
An individual's subjective assessment of their pain intensity, often graded on a scale.
- Comprehend the creation of objectives and assessment techniques in nursing care strategies.
Verified Answer
AC
aditya chavareJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The statement "I think my pain level is a 4" directly relates to the goal of decreasing pain level and provides a specific measure that can be used to evaluate the outcome, unlike the other options which do not provide a measurable pain level.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the creation of objectives and assessment techniques in nursing care strategies.
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