Which Statement Explains Why the Nurse Should Assess Each Patient's

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which statement explains why the nurse should assess each patient's pain response individually in every situation?

• A) Everyone has a unique tolerance to pain.
• B) Everyone has the same pain threshold.
• C) Everyone perceives painful stimuli at the same intensity.
• D) Most people have the same pain response to surgery.

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