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    Pharmacology proctored exam (exemplify)

    The nurse performed an assessment on a client. Which finding is considered subjective data?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The client verbalizes fear of injecting insulin: Subjective data are based on the client’s personal feelings, perceptions, or reported experiences. A statement of fear reflects the client’s internal experience and cannot be measured or observed by the nurse. B. The client is crying when talking to the nurse: Crying is an observable behavior and constitutes objective data because it can be seen and measured by the nurse. C. The client has a healing wound on their foot: The presence and appearance of a wound are observable and measurable, making this objective data rather than subjective. D. The client’s blood glucose level is 98 mg/dL: Laboratory values are objective data because they provide quantifiable measurements obtained through testing and do not rely on the client’s report.

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