A client has been having pain without any clear pathology for cause.Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse identify as being the most appropriate for this client?
A)Pain due to unknown factors
B)Pain related to unknown etiology
C)Pain caused by psychosomatic condition
D)Pain manifested by client's report

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"Pain related to unknown etiology" is the best choice as it acknowledges the client's pain but does not attribute it to a specific pathology or cause. This allows for further assessment and investigation to determine the underlying cause of the pain. Option A is too vague and does not accurately describe the situation. Option C assumes a psychosomatic cause without evidence, and option D is not a complete nursing diagnosis.

A Client Has Been Having Pain Without Any Clear Pathology