A Client Has Been Complaining of Pain,even Though the Nurse

question 4

Multiple Choice

A client has been complaining of pain,even though the nurse has given the client the maximum amount of medication as ordered by the physician.Which action demonstrates the nurse's respect for the client's autonomy?

• A)Telling the client that he will have to "tough it out"
• B)Calling the physician for further orders
• C)Telling co-workers that this client has no pain tolerance
• D)Believing the client is drug seeking

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Definitions:

Mood Disorders

A category of mental health issues characterized by a significant change in a person's mood, such as depression or bipolar disorder.

Inhibited Temperament

A disposition marked by a tendency to avoid or withdraw from unfamiliar people, situations, or environments.

Choleric

One of the four traditional temperaments; characterized by quickness to anger and aggressive or domineering tendencies.

Sanguine

Sanguine describes a personality type that is cheerful, optimistic, and confident.