The RN is performing an assessment on a patient being admitted for back pain. The nurse interprets which of the patient's statements as a minor detail?
a. The patient has not been able to void in 12 hours.
b. The patient ate 90% of his meal.
c. The patient reports being unable to walk.
d. The patient was involved in a car accident 2 days ago.
ANS: B
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