Asked by Kadeem Simon on Jun 17, 2024
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Hannah,17,is quiet,pale,diaphoretic,and restless in her hospital bed.As the nurse is gathering data,Hannah says,"just leave me alone." Which of the following is subjective data?
A) Restless
B) "Just leave me alone"
C) Quiet
D) Pale and diaphoretic
Subjective Data
Information gained from a patient's personal experiences and perceptions, not directly measurable.
Diaphoretic
Describing a condition or state of excessive sweating, often as a symptom of an underlying health issue or intense physical activity.
- Distinguish between subjective and objective data in patient assessment.
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AA
Azalea ArredondoJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
"Just leave me alone" is a statement made by Hannah and is therefore subjective data. The other options are objective data that can be observed by the nurse.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between subjective and objective data in patient assessment.
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