A Client Has Been Complaining of Pain, Even Though the Nurse

question 17

Multiple Choice

A client has been complaining of pain, even though the nurse has given the client the maximum amount of medication as ordered by the physician. Which of the following demonstrates the nurse's respect for the client's autonomy?

• A) Telling co-workers that this client has no pain tolerance.
• B) Telling the client that he will have to "tough it out".
• C) Believing the client is drug-seeking.
• D) Calling the physician for further orders.

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Definitions:

Hyaline Cartilage

A type of smooth, translucent cartilage found on many joint surfaces, providing ease of movement and shock absorption.

Submucosa

A layer of dense irregular connective tissue that lies beneath the mucosa, providing support and containing blood vessels, nerves, and glands.

Lamina Propria

A layer of loose areolar connective tissue found beneath the epithelium of many organs, particularly in mucous membranes.

Lower Respiratory Tract

This term refers to the part of the respiratory system that includes the trachea, lungs, bronchi, and alveoli, involved in the exchange of gases.