An adolescent states to the nurse during a pain assessment, "I don't know how to describe my pain, it just hurts and I don't understand why I just cannot have something for it." Which action should the nurse take?
A. Ask the client what they would like to have for pain.
B. Continue with the assessment.
C. Provide questions that require yes or no answers related to pain.
D. Leave the room and come back later.
Answer: C
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