A Patient Continues to Report Postsurgical Incision Pain at a Level

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient continues to report postsurgical incision pain at a level of 9 out of 10 after pain medicine is given. The next dose of pain medicine is not due for another hour. What should the critically thinking nurse do $\bold{first}$ ?

• A) Explore other options for pain relief.
• B) Discuss the surgical procedure and reason for the pain.
• C) Explain to the patient that nothing else has been ordered.
• D) Offer to notify the health care provider after morning rounds are completed.

Recognize the emphasis of humanistic therapy on present experiences, self-awareness, and self-acceptance.

Understand the concept and application of counterconditioning techniques in therapy.

Comprehend various therapeutic communication techniques, including active listening and unconditional positive regard.

Recognize the role of behavior therapies in treating psychological disorders.

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