Which Question Should the Nurse Ask a Postsurgical Client Prior

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which question should the nurse ask a postsurgical client prior to the administration of an opioid analgesic?

• A) "Have you ever been addicted to prescription pain medications?"
• B) "Do you understand how this pain prescription works?"
• C) "Would you like me to help you change your position for comfort?"
• D) "Would you please rate your pain on a scale of 1 to 10?"

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