The nurse is collecting information for the admission database for a client admitted to the surgical unit. The client is very quiet; diaphoretic, pale and restless. The client says to the nurse "get out of my room and leave me alone
" Based on this information, which are examples of objective data?
1 . Restless
2 . "Get out of my room and leave me alone"
3 . Very quiet
4 . Diaphoretic and pale
A) 1, 2, 3
B) 1, 2, 4
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 3, 4
C
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Objective data include all the measurable and observable pieces of information about the client and his or her overall state of health. The term objective means that only precise, accurate measurements or clear descriptions are used. Therefore, other healthcare providers can verify objective data. Subjective data consist of the client's opinions or feelings about what is happening. Only the client can tell you that he or she is afraid or has pain. Sometimes, the client communicates through body language: gestures, facial expressions, and body posture. Both spoken and written words and body language tell you the client's opinions and feelings. Restless, pale, diaphoresis, and being very quiet are examples of objective data that the nurse can observe.
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