To assess the quality of an adult client's pain, what approach should the nurse use?

C

A) Observe body language and movement.

B) Provide a numeric pain scale.

C) Ask the client to describe the pain.

D) Identify effective pain relief measures.

A client who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer tells the nurse, "The doctor told me I have cancer and do not havelong to live." Which response is best for the nurse to provide?

A)

"That's correct, you do not have long to live"

D

B)"Would you like me to call your minister?"

C)"Don't give up, you still have chemotherapy to try."

D) "Yes, your condition is serious.

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