During an admission assessment the nurse collects objective and subjective data. An example of subjective data is the patient:
a. is coughing.
b. has cyanosis of the lips.
c. experiences tachypnea.
d. complains of generalized discomfort.
D
Subjective data are the verbal statements provided by the patient. Statements about nausea and descriptions of pain, fatigue, and anxiety are examples of subjective data. Complaining of generalized discomfort is an example of subjective data. All other options are examples of objective data.
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