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A Nurse Is Taking an Admission History from a Client

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A nurse is taking an admission history from a client who is easily distracted and offers much information about his health and social history. Although careful to document what the client relates, the nurse sorts out the relevant data to determine the best nursing care for this client. This nurse is practicing which attribute of critical thinking?


Definitions:

Reflexive Sympathetic Dystrophy

A condition characterized by chronic, severe pain and sensitivity, along with swelling and changes in the skin.

Arthroscopic Repair

A minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat joint problems through small incisions using an arthroscope and other instruments.

Severe Pain

Intense discomfort or pain that significantly impacts an individual's quality of life or ability to perform daily activities.

Visceral Pain

A type of pain that originates from the internal organs, often described as a deep, aching, or gnawing sensation.

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