Question

which of the following is a good open - ended question that could be asked during the physical examination process? does this increase your pain? how is your pain altered during activities? do you take narcotic medications? does your pain hurt worst during the day or the night?

Explanation:

An open - ended question allows for a detailed, narrative response. "Does this increase your pain?" and "Do you take narcotic medications?" are yes/no (closed - ended) questions. "Does your pain hurt worst during the day or the night?" is also a closed - ended question as it limits the response to a choice between two options. "How is your pain altered during activities?" invites the patient to describe in their own words how their pain changes during activities, which is an open - ended format.

Answer:

How is your pain altered during activities?