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The patient reports pain after surgery, ranking it 6 on a scale of 1 to 10. She tells the nurse, I don't want to be all doped up. My family is coming to visit and I want to be alert enough to visit with them.
 
  Which of the following medications would likely be most effective for postoperative pain relief without excessive sedation?
  a. Fentanyl IV
  b. Morphine IV
  c. Ibuprofen PO
  d. Hydrocodone PO

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The pediatric nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who is experiencing chronic pain secondary to tissue injury from past sickle cell anemia crises. Which of the following nonpharmacological pain reduction interventions might the nurse implement?
 
  Have the child:
  a. Perform vigorous activity
  b. Practice visualization
  c. Listen to rap music
  d. Watch a funny movie


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Koolkid240

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D


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Reply #2 on: Jul 22, 2018
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