Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative.A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative. When helping to manage the client's pain, which of the following principles should the nurse apply? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
B,C,D
Rationale
B: Pain is subjective, and considering individual expression ensures tailored management. C: Patients may express pain verbally or nonverbally, requiring attentiveness to both. D: The 0 to 10 scale effectively assesses pain severity for appropriate intervention.