Data that are detectable by an observer or can be measured or tested against an accepted standard are known as
A) subjective data or symptoms.
B) objective data or symptoms.
C) subjective data or signs.
D) objective data or signs.
Answer: D) objective data or signs.
Rationale: Subjective data, also referred to as symptoms, are feelings or perceptions that can be described or verified only by the client. Itching, pain, and feelings of anxiety are examples of subjective data. Objective data, also referred to as signs, are detectable by an observer or can be measured or tested against an accepted standard. Examples of objective data include discoloration of the skin and blood pressure readings.
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