The nurse is conducting an initial assessment of a client diagnosed with an endocrine disorder and identifies which signs and symptoms as subjective,as opposed to objective symptoms? Select all that apply.
A)There is 2+ edema present in both hands and feet.
B)The client complains of feeling tired most of the time.
C)The client states that he can't see as well as before.
D)The client's vision measured as 20/200.
E)The client reports very dry skin.

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Subjective symptoms are those that are reported by the client and cannot be objectively measured, such as fatigue, changes in vision, and dry skin.

The Nurse Is Conducting an Initial Assessment of a Client