When evaluating an older person's complaint of pain, which of the following is the least helpful?
a. Character of the pain
b. Accompanying signs and symptoms
c. Family history of similar pain
d. Location and radiation of the pain
C
Pain is a subjective experience, and the older adult's description of pain is the most valuable information to evaluate (responses A, B, and D). Family history of similar pain is not as important to the management of the individual's pain experience.
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