A Client Had Surgery Yesterday and Is Complaining of Pain

question 12

Multiple Choice

A client had surgery yesterday and is complaining of pain. The best action by the nurse is to

• A) ask the patient which pain medication she/he took last.
• B) do a complete assessment of the pain.
• C) prepare to administer the ordered pain medication.
• D) record the client's complaints thoroughly and get the pain medication.

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