A Nurse Is Gathering Objective Data When Admitting a Patient

question 63

Multiple Choice

A nurse is gathering objective data when admitting a patient.Which assessment finding reported by the patient is considered objective?

• A)Complains of nausea
• B)States,"I hurt all over."
• C)Complains of feeling anxious
• D)Appears to be anxious

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Definitions:

Carbon Atom

The fundamental chemical element with symbol C, essential to all known life forms and the basis of organic chemistry.

Carboxyl Group

A weakly acidic functional group; abbreviated —COOH.

Ionized

Refers to an atom or molecule that has gained or lost electrons, thus acquiring a charge and becoming an ion.

Nonionized

Referring to molecules that do not carry an electric charge due to loss or gain of electrons, affecting their solubility and reactivity.