What patient report should the nurse be most concerned about? Client with chronic pain using PRN medications as ordered with relief Client with constipation having 3 bowel movements per week using PRN medications Client with new onset sharp, aching pain in knee that is worse after exercise Client with iron deficiency anemia with hemoglobin level unchanged from last visit
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