The attending physician of a patient who is experiencing pain asks that you evaluate the intensity of her pain. The most objective way to do so would be to:
A. Ask the patient "How much pain are you having"
B. Observe the patient for facial expressions indicative of pain
C. Measure the patient's pulse and respiratory rate
D. Have the patient rate her pain on a numeric rating scale
Ans: D. Have the patient rate her pain on a numeric rating scale
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