Upon entering the patient's room,the nurse discovers that the patient is experiencing acute pain.Which of the following is an expected assessment finding for this patient?

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Diaphoresis, or sweating, is a common assessment finding in patients experiencing acute pain due to activation of the sympathetic nervous system. It is not expected for the patient to have bradycardia or bradypnea (slow heart rate or slow breathing rate) as pain can cause an increase in both. Decreased muscle tension is also not an expected finding as pain can cause muscle tension and spasms.

Upon Entering the Patient's Room,the Nurse Discovers That the Patient