Which Pain Management Task Can Be Safely Delegated to Nursing

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which pain management task can be safely delegated to nursing assistive personnel?

• A) Assessing the quality and intensity of the patient's pain
• B) Evaluating the effectiveness of pain medication
• C) Providing a therapeutic back massage
• D) Administering oral dose of acetaminophen

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