Question

a nurse is interviewing a client and gathering assessment data. which finding represents subjective data?
answers: a - d
last bowel movement was yesterday
respiratory rate is 16 breaths/minute
heart rate is 78 beats/minute and regular
client’s mood is appropriate for the situation

Explanation:

Subjective data is information provided by the patient or client based on their feelings, perceptions, or experiences. Options B and C are objective measurements (respiratory and heart rate). Option A is also an objective - stated fact about bowel movement. Option D, "Client’s mood is appropriate for the situation", is a subjective assessment as it is a perception and interpretation by the nurse.

Answer:

D. Client’s mood is appropriate for the situation