The Patient Is in Severe Pain and Is Requesting a Prn

question 10

Multiple Choice

The patient is in severe pain and is requesting a prn medication before the prn time interval has elapsed.What is the nurse's priority?

• A)Give the medication early for any pain score greater than 8.
• B)Call the prescriber and request a stat order.
• C)Explain to the patient why he will have to wait for the medication.
• D)Document the patient's request and pain score.

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