The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a newly admitted patient. An example of objective information obtained during the physical assessment includes the:
a. Patient's history of allergies.
b. Patient's use of medications at home.
c. Last menstrual period 1 month ago.
d. 2 × 5 cm scar on the right lower forearm.
ANS: D
Objective data are the patient's record, laboratory studies, and condition that the health professional observes by inspecting, percussing, palpating, and auscultating during the physical examination. The other responses reflect subjective data.
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