Multiple Choice
The nurse documents in a patient's progress notes: "Admitted to emergency department accompanied by spouse. Patient is alert and oriented, blood pressure is 120/80 mm Hg, and pulse is 80 beats/min. The patient is anxious and becomes nervous when asked about a smoking history." Which statement from the nurse's note is the best example of an inference?
A) The blood pressure reading is 120/80 mm Hg.
B) The patient is accompanied by spouse.
C) The patient has a history of smoking.
D) The patient is anxious.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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