While conducting a pain assessment, the nurse knows to assess which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
1. Duration
2. Location
3. Intensity
4. Etiology
5. Neurology
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale: Pain may be described in terms of location, duration, intensity, and etiology.
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