An older client has been admitted to the hospital for treatment of nonhealing ulcers that have been painful. The nurse is conducting a focused assessment to determine factors that affect the client's response to pain. The nurse knows which of the following questions would be of value?
A. "Who will be visiting with you while you are with us?"
B. "Will someone be able to bring you in some of your belongings?"
C. "Would you like to receive narcotics for your pain?"
D. "Can you describe for me how the pain medication that you have been taking is working?"
E. "Are you able to walk?"
Ans:
A. "Who will be visiting with you while you are with us?"
B. "Will someone be able to bring you in some of your belongings?"
D. "Can you describe for me how the pain medication that you have been taking is working?"
E. "Are you able to walk?"
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