The nurse would document which of the following client statements as a chief complaint?
1. "My wife can tell you everything that's wrong with me."
2. "I have been nauseated and vomiting for the past two days."
3. "I think I need a check-up or a follow-up."
4. "The doctor made me come into the hospital."
ANS: 2
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