When obtaining subjective assessment data,the nurse recognizes which of the following client scenarios as being the most likely to produce accurate,credible information?

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This option where the 81-year-old is receiving follow-up treatment for a hip replacement presents a client who is not necessarily experiencing pain,embarrassment,guilt,or any other emotion/factor that would inhibit the free communication of subjective symptom data.The 50-year-old client is experiencing pain;this is likely to inhibit the communication process.The 70-year-old client is febrile;this could interfere with the communication process,especially for an older adult because it may cause confusion and the 22-year-old client may be experiencing guilt and/or embarrassment;both may interfere with the communication process.

When Obtaining Subjective Assessment Data,the Nurse Recognizes Which of the Following