How Long After the Administration of a Parenteral Pain Medication

question 13

Multiple Choice

How long after the administration of a parenteral pain medication will the nurse complete the next pain assessment to evaluate the effectiveness of the medication?

• A) 10 minutes
• B) 30 minutes
• C) 1 hour
• D) 2 hours

---

Definitions:

Mental Phenomena

Processes of the mind such as cognition, emotions, and consciousness that are subjective in nature.

Conscious Activity

Actions or tasks performed while an individual is fully aware and deliberate in their intentions.

Mental Life

Refers to the internal experiences and processes of the mind, such as thoughts, emotions, and desires.

Wilhelm Wundt

Regarded as the founder of experimental psychology, he established the first psychology laboratory in Leipzig, Germany, in 1879.