A client who is experiencing abdominal pain is being assessed by the Emergency Department nurse. The nurse asks the client to describe the pain and the client's usual means of relieving pain. The nurse is providing:
1. a nursing diagnosis.
2. client-centered care.
3. health promotion.
4. health maintenance.
Answer: 2
1. A nursing diagnosis is made after the assessment is completed.
2. The nurse is providing client-centered care by asking the client about the perception of pain and the client's usual methods of relief.
3. Health promotion might include assisting the client to alter risk factors for a disease.
4. Immunization is an example of health maintenance.
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