Which statement below is the best example of high-quality nursing documentation?
a. Patient breathing is normal, no pain noted, urine output is adequate at this time.
b. Good strength in both lower extremities. Ambulating with walker down hall.
c. Started on solid foods. Ate 75% of dinner. No complaints of any nausea or vomiting.
d. Patient seems upset with wife visiting in room; will perform physical assessment at a later time.
ANS: C
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