During the interview portion of data collection, the nurse collects __________ data
a. Physical
b. Historical
c. Objective
d. Subjective
ANS: D
The interview is the first, and really the most important, part of data collection. During the interview, the nurse collects subjective data; that is, what the person says about him or herself.
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