Which Objective Method Should the Nurse Use to Assess the Client's

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which objective method should the nurse use to assess the client's pain level?

• A)Ask the client to describe the pain sensation.
• B)Assess pain only when the client complains of pain.
• C)Observe whether the client appears to be in pain or appears comfortable.
• D)Use a pain rating scale such as the numeric rating scale.

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Definitions:

Pressure

The force exerted per unit area; in a fluid, it is often due to the weight of the fluid above and is measured in units such as Pascals or pounds per square inch.

Glaucoma

A group of eye conditions that lead to damage to the optic nerve, often associated with increased pressure in the eye, resulting in loss of vision if not treated.

Inner Ear

Of the mammalian ear, region that contains the fluid-filled vestibular apparatus and cochlea.

Eardrum

A thin membrane in the ear that separates the external ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves, aiding in hearing.