After assessment of a client in an ambulatory clinic, the nurse ...

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After assessment of a client in an ambulatory clinic, the nurse records the data on the computer. The nurse recognizes which client information as objective data?
 
  A) auscultation of the lungs
  B) complaint of nausea
  C) sensation of burning in her epigastric area
  D) belief that demons are in her stomach

Question 2

During the interview component of the health assessment, how does the nurse convey to the client that the information is important?
 
  A) nodding frequently during the interview
  B) sitting at eye level with the client
  C) standing next to the client while interviewing
  D) limiting questions to those with yes or no answers

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
Objective data include techniques of inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. Symptoms, values, perceptions, feelings, beliefs, attitudes, and sensations are sources of subjective data.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
When the client responds to a question, convey interest by maintaining eye contact, occasionally nodding, or verbally responding to the client's remarks.

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