Question

a nurse is caring for a client who reports itching 30 min after receiving a newly prescribed medication. which of the following data should the nurse document in the client’s medical record?

• client is itching from medication.
• client states, \i started to itch after taking that medication.\
• it appears that the client has a rash from the medication.
• rash from medication noted.

Explanation:

In medical documentation, it's crucial to record the client's subjective statement accurately without adding interpretations. The option "Client states, 'I started to itch after taking that medication.'" directly quotes the client's report, which is objective and follows proper documentation standards. Other options include assumptions (like attributing itching to medication or stating a rash is present without the client reporting a rash) or lack the client's direct statement.

Answer:

B. Client states, "I started to itch after taking that medication."