A patient being interviewed says that he wakes up nearly every night feeling very hot and with his body bathed in sweat. This fact, along with his hemoptysis, is a very strong indication that he may have tuberculosis. The night sweats would be an example of:

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Night sweats are considered subjective data because they are reported by the patient and cannot be directly observed or measured by the healthcare provider. They are classified as a symptom, which is a subjective experience of the patient.

A Patient Being Interviewed Says That He Wakes Up Nearly