Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
An accident arrives at the emergency department (ED) with severe right lower quadrant abdominal pain.To assess the intensity of the client's pain, which approach should the nurse use?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The assessment of pain intensity by a validated pain scale is a critical initial step, and a patient's self-reporting is widely considered as the key to effective pain management. According to good practice guidelines, clinicians must accept a patient's statement, regardless of their own opinions.