In which of the following client situations would you need to wait 10 to 15 minutes before taking a client's pulse to prevent an inaccurate pulse reading? The client:
1. just drank a glass of cold water.
2. is crying after a painful procedure.
3. is aware that you are counting the pulse.
4. is resting quietly in bed.
ANS: 2
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