During an admission assessment, the nurse collects objective and subjective data. What is an example of subjective data?
a. The patient complains of nausea.
b. The patient is vomiting.
c. The patient experiences tachycardia. d.
The patent is pacing the halls.
ANS: A
Subjective data are the verbal statements provided by the patient. Statements about nausea and descriptions of pain, fatigue, and anxiety are examples of subjective data. Complaining of nausea is an example of subjective data. All other options are examples of objective data.
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