The Nurse Is Preparing to Perform a Dressing Change on a Patient

question 36

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to perform a dressing change on a patient following a total hip replacement.When should the nurse administer an analgesic drug in an attempt to promote patient comfort during the dressing change?

• A)After the dressing change
• B)At least 15 minutes before the dressing change
• C)At least 30 minutes before the dressing change
• D)At least 1 hour before the dressing change

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