The nurse is assessing a client admitted with severe abdominal pain. Which essential components of a pain assessment should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
A. Pain intensity rating.
B. Description of the pain.
C. Family medical history.
D. Temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
E. Previous pain experience.
Ans:
A. Pain intensity rating.
B. Description of the pain.
D. Temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
E. Previous pain experience.
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