A patient states, "I'm burning up, and I have a fever." The nurse takes the patient's temperature, observes the skin for flushing, and feels the skin temperature. This is an example of __________ subjective data
a. validating
b. clustering
c. reviewing
d. documenting
A
Validation of assessment data is the comparison of data with another source to confirm accuracy. The nurse reviews data to validate that measurable, objective physical findings support subjective data. A data cluster is a set of signs or symptoms that are grouped in a logical order. When a nurse reviews a patient's subjective data, the nurse is examining the patient's own interpretation of his or her condition. Documenting information includes the written details of the assessment.
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