Multiple Choice
A patient being treated for chronic musculoskeletal pain tells the nurse, "I feel depressed because I can't even go out and play a round of golf." The patient describes the pain as "aching" and says it is usually at a level 7 of a scale of 1 to10. Based on these assessment data, which patient goal is most appropriate? After treatment, the patient will
A) state that pain is at a level 2 of 10.
B) be able to play 1 to 2 rounds of golf.
C) exhibit fewer signs of depression.
D) say that the aching has decreased.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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