Which client would be expected to experience acute pain?
a. A client who had a myocardial infarction 8 hours ago
b. A client who has cancer and has been receiving treatment for 4 months
c. A client who states that she has lived with severe pain for many years
d. A client who has been treated unsuccessfully over the past year for back pain
ANS: A
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A patient states, "I'm really turned off when the doctor hurries out of here." The nurse responds, "You're feeling upset with your doctor because he doesn't spend enough time with you." This interaction demonstrates
a. summarizing. b. validating. c. clarifying. d. reflecting.