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Title: A hospital client has been reluctant to accept morphine sulfate despite visible signs of pain. Upon ... Post by: aggotfay on Jan 26, 2018 A hospital client has been reluctant to accept morphine sulfate despite visible signs of pain. Upon questioning, the client reveals that he is afraid of becoming addicted to the drug. How can a member of the care team best respond to the client's concern?
A) You might become addicted, but there are excellent resources available in the hospital to deal with that development. B) You should likely prioritize the control of your pain over any fears of addiction that you have. C) If you start needing higher doses to control your pain, then we'll address those concerns. D) There's only a minute chance that you will become addicted to these painkillers. Title: A hospital client has been reluctant to accept morphine sulfate despite visible signs of pain. Upon ... Post by: tgreen77 on Jan 26, 2018 Ans: D
Feedback: Although long-term treatment with opioids can result in opioid tolerance (i.e., increasingly greater drug dosages being needed to achieve the same effect) and physical dependence, this should not be confused with addiction. Long-term drug-seeking behavior is rare in persons who are treated with opioids only during the time that they require pain relief. |