When caring for a client experiencing metastatic cancer-related pain, which drug of choice is anticipated?
A) Ibuprofen (Motrin)
B) Alprazolam (Xanax)
C) Morphine (MS Contin)
D) Propofol (Diprivan)
C
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In treating clients with metastatic cancer-related pain, the opioid analgesics morphine (MS Contin) and fentanyl are the drugs most often used for pain relief. Morphine (MS Contin) can be given orally, rectally, subcutaneously, intravenously, intramuscularly, or by epidural catheter. Ibuprofen (Motrin) is given for mild to moderate pain. Alprazolam (Xanax) is provided to relieve anxiety. Propofol (Diprivan) is an anesthetic given frequently for short procedures.
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