The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Recovering

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who is recovering from abdominal surgery.When determining the best goal statement for the client concerning level of pain,which of the following is most appropriate?

• A)The client will verbalize pain relief using an intensity rating in 4 hours.
• B)The client will state that he feels fine in 4 hours.
• C)The nurse will observe fewer signs of pain in the client's demeanor.
• D)The nurse will reevaluate the client's pain level every 2 hours.

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