Multiple Choice
A confused patient is admitted to the hospital after suffering a fall.When asked about pain,the patient does not respond.What action by the nurse is best?
A) Ask the patient again using different words.
B) Pantomime what you are asking the patient.
C) Observe the patient's nonverbal behaviors.
D) Ask the family members if they think the patient has pain.
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