Question

The nurse is reviewing the admission notes for a newly admitted patient. Which assessment finding is recognized as a subjective symptom of the patient's condition?

1.The patient grimaces when the muscles of the arms and legs are palpated.
2.The patient needs assistance when getting up and down from exam table.
3.The patient reports generalized muscle tenderness and fever.
4.The patient's skin is pink in color, warm and dry to the touch, and intact.

Answer 1

3.The patient reports generalized muscle tenderness and fever.

Step-by-step explanation:

Subjective is based on the patient's personal perspective.