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jazziefee

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The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of a client's intravenous injection of morphine sulfate, 15 mg, given for pain. How soon should the nurse expect the client to begin to get some relief?
 
  1. 1-5 minutes
  2. 10-15 minutes
  3. 20-30 minutes
  4. 1-2 hours

Question 2

When preparing for the discharge of a client who is experiencing postoperative pain, the nurse provides teaching regarding pain medication. How should the nurse reinforce these instructions?
 
  1. Provide the phone number of the pharmacist.
  2. Provide a written copy of the instructions.
  3. Provide appropriate documentation in the client's chart.
  4. Remind the client not to take the medication until the pain is severe.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1

1. Medication given by the intravenous route should begin working within 1-5 minutes.
2. Medication given by the intravenous route should begin working within 1-5 minutes.
3. Medication given by the intravenous route should begin working within 1-5 minutes.
4. Medication given by the intravenous route should begin working within 1-5 minutes.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. The nurse provides the number of a contact person in the physician's office, usually the nurse, if the client has questions.
2. The nurse realizes that a client could forget instructions, so a written set of instructions helps the client remember and can reduce anxiety.
3. Documentation on the chart is necessary but does not help the client.
4. The client is instructed to take the medication before pain becomes severe.



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