A client is receiving morphine through a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) system following surgery. The nurse states to the client
a) "Only you are to push the button for medication."
b) "Whenever you hurt, push the button."
c) "This will completely relieve your pain."
d) "Wait until your pain is severe before pushing the button."
Ans: a) "Only you are to push the button for medication."
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