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The Nurse Is Caring for a Postoperative Patient Who Is

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The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who is of Asian descent.The patient reports little relief from pain even while taking an opioid analgesic containing codeine and acetaminophen.What does the nurse suspect that this patient is exhibiting?


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Major Organic

Referring to the primary or most significant organic compound or pathway present in a particular chemical process or context.

Organic Product

Organic product refers to any compound containing carbon atoms that is produced as a result of an organic chemical reaction.

Primary Alcohols

Organic compounds featuring a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to a primary carbon atom, often reactive and used in the production of various chemicals and solvents.

Carboxylic Acids

Organic compounds characterized by the presence of at least one carboxyl group (-COOH), which includes substances like acetic acid and butyric acid.

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