A Child in the Terminal Stage of Cancer Has Frequent

question 13

Multiple Choice

A child in the terminal stage of cancer has frequent breakthrough pain.Nonpharmacologic methods are not helpful,and the child is exceeding the maximum safe dose for opiate administration.What approach should the nurse implement?

• A) Add acetaminophen for the breakthrough pain.
• B) Titrate the opioid medications to control the child's pain as specified in the protocol.
• C) Notify the practitioner that immediate hospitalization is indicated for pain management.
• D) Help the parents and child understand that no additional medication can be given because of the risk of respiratory depression.