Which of the Following Statements Would Be Considered Objective Data

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements would be considered objective data? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "I'm short of breath."
• B) "Blood pressure 90/68, apical pulse 102, skin pale and moist."
• C) "Lung sounds clear bilaterally, diminished in right lower lobe."
• D) "I feel weak all over when I exert myself."
• E) "My pain level is down to 2. It was 8."

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Definitions:

ECT

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a medical treatment that involves applying brief electrical pulses to the brain to induce controlled seizures, primarily used to treat severe depression and other mental health disorders.

Psychiatrists

Medical doctors specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses and disorders, often using a combination of medication and psychotherapy.

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a client to address mental health issues or improve well-being.

Preventing Mental Disorders

Strategies and interventions aimed at reducing the incidence, prevalence, and recurrence of mental health conditions.