Prior to the administration of an opioid analgesic, the nurse should obtain which information from the client? Select all that apply
A) Pain assessment
B) Allergy history
C) Health history
D) Past medication history
E) Current medication therapy
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Prior to the administration of an opioid analgesic, the nurse should obtain information about the following: pain assessment, allergy history, health history, and past and current medication therapy.
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