During an Intake Interview,the Nurse Observes the Patient Grimacing and Holding

question 4

Multiple Choice

During an intake interview,the nurse observes the patient grimacing and holding his hand over his stomach.The patient previously denied having any pain.What action should the nurse take next?

• A) Examine the history closely for etiology of pain.
• B) Ask the patient if he is experiencing abdominal pain.
• C) Record that patient seems to be having abdominal discomfort.
• D) Physically examine the patient's abdomen.

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