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Which information obtained by the nurse is subjective when a patient experiences adverse effects of a medication?.

A.

Edema.

B.

Tachycardia.

C.

Nausea.

D.

Cough.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A rationale:
Edema is an objective symptom as it can be observed and measured by the nurse.
Choice B rationale:
Tachycardia is an objective symptom as it can be measured by the nurse.
Choice C rationale:
Nausea is a subjective symptom as it is reported by the patient.
Choice D rationale:
Cough is an objective symptom as it can be heard by the nurse. 
 


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale:
A decrease in blood pressure is a common side effect when a medication increases urine output, as the reduction in fluid volume can lead to lower blood pressure.
Choice B rationale:
While a decrease in blood pressure might be desired in certain conditions (like hypertension), in this context it is a side effect, not the primary desired effect.
Choice C rationale:
The therapeutic effect of the medication in this case is to increase urine output, not to decrease blood pressure.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale:
The fourth phase of the nursing process is planning.
Choice B rationale:
The third phase of the nursing process is diagnosis.
Choice C rationale:
The second phase of the nursing process is diagnosis.
Choice D rationale:
The first phase of the nursing process is assessment.

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