A patient scheduled for knee surgery expects to experience less pain than what was experienced 20 years ago after a similar surgery. What should the nurse respond to this patient?
A. "Pain responses diminish with age."
B. "There might be more pain, because the pain response can get worse with aging."
C. "You are most likely correct."
D. "It should not be quite as bad with the newer technology."
Answer: B
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