A nurse in a burn unit observes that a patient is tensed up and frowning but silent. The nurse asks the patient, "Can you tell me what you are thinking now?" The patient responds, "I can't take this pain any more! I feel like I'm about to die
" What would be the best response for the nurse to give to the patient, considering that the patient is already receiving the maximum amount pain medication that is safe?
A) "Try to get rid of those negative thoughts—they only make it worse."
B) "Try thinking instead, 'This pain will go away; I can overcome it.'"
C) "Your pain medication is already at the highest possible dose."
D) "Would you like me to raise the head of your bed?"
B
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