The nurse is caring for a patient with chronic fatigue and back pain that is not well controlled. What should the nurse assess for other than pain in this patient?
A) Potential contractures
B) The need for a placebo
C) Depression
D) Sleep pattern disturbances
Ans: C
Feedback: Depression is associated with chronic pain. Pain management may help alleviate the depression.
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