The nurse is caring for a patient with acute pancreatitis experiencing pain. How would the nurse expect to treat this pain?

1. Acetaminophen
2. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
3. Demerol
4. Morphine


Answer: 4

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