Question

a nurse completes a postoperative assessment. which client data are objective? select all that apply. 1. heart rate 90/min 2. abdominal incision red 3. capillary refill < 3 sec 4. leg pain radiating 5. nausea after sips of fluid

Explanation:

Objective data are measurable or observable. Heart rate can be counted, incision color can be seen, and capillary refill time can be timed. Leg pain and nausea are subjective as they are reported by the client and cannot be directly measured or observed objectively.

Answer:

1. Heart rate 90/min
2. Abdominal incision red
3. Capillary refill < 3 sec