The nurse is assessing a client admitted with chronic back pain. Which assessment findings related to the pain should the nurse anticipate?
A. Sudden onset of pain.
B. Prolonged pain duration.
C. Pain described as being low intensity.
D. Pain that interferes with daily activities.
E. Pain causing a sharp elevation in body temperature.
Ans:
B. Prolonged pain duration.
D. Pain that interferes with daily activities.
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