A client being prepared to have a bone marrow transplant expresses concern that the procedure will be painful. What should the nurse explain to the client?
1. "You will be given some analgesic, since it can be painful."
2. "The procedure is very quick and not very painful."
3. "It should not be any more painful than having an injection."
4. "A local anesthetic is given, and so you won't feel any pain."
Answer: 1
1. The procedure can be painful, and analgesics are given to control pain.
2. The procedure is not necessarily quick.
3. The procedure is more painful than an injection.
4. A local anesthetic is used, but it might not totally prevent pain and pressure felt during the procedure.
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