After collecting data on a client, the nurse reviews and sorts the information. Which example includes both objective and subjective data?
A)The client's blood pressure reading is 132/68 mm Hg, and heart rate is 88 beats/min.
B)The client's cholesterol is elevated, and he admits to liking and eating fried food.
C)The client reports having trouble sleeping and admits drinking coffee in the evening.
D)The client verbally reports having frequent headaches and taking aspirin for the pain.

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Objective data is what the nurse can measure or observe directly, such as cholesterol levels. Subjective data is what the client says or perceives, like admitting to liking and eating fried food. Option B includes both types of data.

After Collecting Data on a Client, the Nurse Reviews and Sorts