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The nurse is reviewing the admission orders for an older adult client who is being admitted for a hysterectomy. The client, who has been diagnosed as having uterine cancer, has chronic pain caused by arthritis. The healthcare provider has prescribed long-acting oral narcotic medication to be administered every 4 hours. What should the nurse do when providing the medication to the client?
A) Administer the medication around the clock.
B) Administer the medication when the client requests.
C) Consult the physician to order intravenous pain medication.
D) Administer the medication sparingly to avoid narcotic addiction.
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Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning, Volume I

Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning, Volume I


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That makes so much more sense now, thank you a million...
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