The nurse is providing care to a postpartum client who gave birth 4 hours ago. The client has a mediolateral episiotomy, large hemorrhoids, and states pain is a 7 on a scale of 1-10. She has a history of anaphylactic reaction to Tylenol.
Based on this data, which nursing action is appropriate?
A) Encourage use of benzocaine topical anesthetic spray (Dermoplast).
B) Provide 2 oxycodone with acetaminophen (Percocet) by mouth.
C) Offer the client 800 mg ibuprofen (Advil) orally with food.
D) Run very warm water into the tub and assist her into the bath.
Question 2
The nurse is providing care for a client who was raped. Which action by the nurse will help the client identify and prioritize concerns?
A) Help the client use problem-solving skills.
B) Provide anti-anxiety medication.
C) Tell the client that the event is over and it is now time to move on.
D) Instruct in guided imagery.
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