The client is being treated for severe pain with opioid analgesics. The pain has neuropathic qualities. The nurse chooses a prn order for which type of analgesic to aid the client's pain management?
1. Adjuvant analgesics
2. Nonopioid analgesics
3. Parenteral opioids
4. Patient-controlled analgesics
Question 2
The client is experiencing pain after orthopedic surgery, and is prescribed opioid analgesic medication. The client complains to the nurse that the surgical joint is still uncomfortable, despite around-the-clock medication.
What is the nurse's best response?
1. You just had your medication; you will have to tolerate the pain for a little while.
2. Let's try a cold pack on the area to help control the pain.
3. I will call your provider to increase your dose of medication.
4. I wonder if you are starting to get addicted to your medication.