A Patient Who Has Severe Pain Associated with Terminal Pancreatic

question 43

Multiple Choice

A patient who has severe pain associated with terminal pancreatic cancer is being cared for at home by family members. Which finding by the nurse indicates that teaching regarding pain management has been effective?

• A)The patient uses the ordered opioid pain medication whenever the pain is greater than 5 (0 to 10 scale).
• B)The patient agrees to take the medications by the IV route in order to improve analgesic effectiveness.
• C)The patient takes opioids around the clock on a regular schedule and uses additional doses when breakthrough pain occurs.
• D)The patient states that nonopioid analgesics may be used when the maximal dose of the opioid is reached without adequate pain relief.

---

Definitions:

Perceived Ability

The belief or impression regarding an individual's capacity to perform a task or role, which can influence self-confidence, motivation, and performance.

Coping

The process of managing stressful situations or emotions by making adjustments or adapting strategies to mitigate the perceived stress.

Continuance Commitment

An employee's psychological attachment to an organization based on the costs associated with leaving it.

Low Interest Loans

Loans offered with lower interest rates than the market average, often used to promote certain economic or social policies.