A Patient States That He or She Is Experiencing Pain

Multiple Choice

A patient states that he or she is experiencing pain in the lower back.What is the best way for the nurse to document this subjective information?

A) "Seems back is hurting."
B) "States 'My lower back hurts.'"
C) "Grimaces when moving; I believe patient has lower back pain."
D) "Appears to be uncomfortable with lower back pain."