The nurse notes that clients react to pain differently following ...

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The nurse notes that clients react to pain differently following similar procedures, and concludes which of the following?
 
  1. Some clients like the effect of analgesics, and request more frequent administration.
  2. Clients from different cultures react differently to pain.
  3. Clients with higher incomes expect a greater degree of pain relief.
  4. Male clients don't admit to pain because they want to appear strong and in control.

Question 2

Information that the LPN/LVN may collect during a complete health history includes: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Vital signs.
  2. Dietary habits.
  3. Impairments.
  4. Medication history.
  5. Height.

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Answer to Question 1

2
Rationale: There are many different cultural responses to pain. Some cultures consider the expression of pain to be a private experience, while others are more publicly expressive. The nurse cannot assume that one is experiencing more pain than the other based only on behavior of the client. Pain assessment requires careful questioning of the client to determine treatment needs.

Answer to Question 2

2,3,4
Rationale:

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