While assessing pain discrimination,a client correctly identifies,with eyes closed,a sharp sensation on the right hand when touched with a pin.How does the nurse then proceed with the examination?

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If testing is begun on the hand and the client correctly identifies the pain stimulus,testing more proximal parts of that extremity is not necessary because,if the distal tract is intact,so are the proximal areas.Temperature discrimination is not necessary because the same tract transmits both pain and temperature sensation.

While Assessing Pain Discrimination,a Client Correctly Identifies,with Eyes Closed,a Sharp