A patient says, "I have pain in my leg when I stand too long." As which type of data should the nurse categorize this information?
1. Subjective
2. Evaluative
3. Qualitative
4. Objective
Correct Answer: 1
Information that is perceived only by the person experiencing it is subjective data. Evaluative data is used to assess responses to care. Qualitative data refers to the presence or absence of a factor. Objective data can be measured by someone or something other than the patient.
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