Which assessment is categorized as objective data?
a. A list of herbal supplements regularly used
b. Lab values associated with drugs the patient is taking
c. The ages and relationship to the patient of all household members
d. Usual dietary patterns and intake
ANS: B
Objective data are measured and detected by another person and would include lab values. The other examples are subjective data.
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