The nurse is performing an abdominal assessment on a client. During the focused interview, the client tells the nurse about recently experiencing abdominal pain. As the nurse assesses the client, which behaviors indicate that the client may be experiencing pain or anxiety during the examination? Select all that apply.

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These behaviors (diaphoresis, moving away, grimacing, and pulling knees toward the stomach) are common indicators of pain or anxiety during an examination. Coughing loudly is not typically associated with pain or anxiety in this context.

The Nurse Is Performing an Abdominal Assessment on a Client