The LPN is providing care for a client who reports an allergy to acetaminophen (Tylenol) and penicillin. The client has orders for morphine 1 mg IM every 2 hours prn for severe pain, and Percocet, two tablets every 4 hours prn for moderate pain

Question

The client reports pain of 4 on a 10-point scale. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
A. Ask the client what kind of reaction was seen when penicillin was taken.
B. Ask the client which medication the client would like to use for pain management.
C. Provide the client with 2 tablets of Percocet.
D. Contact the RN so orders can be clarified.

Answer 1

D