The nurse is caring for a patient in the late stage of Alzheimer's disease who is noncommunicative.The nurse suspects the patient is experiencing pain based on what assessment findings? Select all that apply.

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Rapid blinking can be seen as an indicator of pain in the noncommunicative older adult.Pain should be a consideration when any patient suddenly develops labored breathing.Restlessness is a common finding in patients with pain,often secondary to attempting to find a position of comfort.Respiratory rate is more likely to increase than decrease when the patient experiences pain,especially with acute pain.Nighttime wakefulness often occurs when pain is experienced.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient in the Late