The nurse is reviewing a client's medical record while planning care. Which data from the medical record is an example of objective data?

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Objective data is factual information that is observed or measured by the nurse. In this scenario, the description of the client, "Six-year-old Hispanic female sitting on examination table holding a towel to her forehead," is an example of objective data that can be observed by the nurse. Answer A is subjective data because it is the client's own perception of the situation. Answer B includes some objective data (the client's age) but also includes subjective information (the reason for the visit). Answer D is also subjective data because it is the client's report of what happened.

The Nurse Is Reviewing a Client's Medical Record While Planning