Which concept should the nurse use when assessing a patient's level of pain?
A) Pain is defined by the nurse based on the type of injury.
B) Consider the source of the pain when assessing for pain.
C) A family member can determine the patient's level of pain if the patient is nonverbal.
D) Pain is subjective experience of the patient.
Correct Answer:
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