A Patient Says That His Condition Must Be Getting Worse

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient says that his condition must be getting worse since he was receiving 10 mg morphine sulfate through the IV for pain but now is prescribed Demerol 50 mg by mouth at home. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this patient?

• A)"Oral doses need to be higher than those given through an IV.It does not mean your condition is worse."
• B)"The doctor is making sure that you do not have any pain once you go home."
• C)"I will get the doctor so he can explain what is going on with your condition."
• D)"All patients have more pain when they go home so the doctor is making sure you have enough medication."