The nurse is planning to administer a nonopioid for pain relief to a child. Which timing should the nurse plan so the nonopioid takes effect?
a. 15 minutes until maximum effect
b. 30 minutes until maximum effect
c. 1 hour until maximum effect
d. 1 1/2 hours until maximum effect
ANS: C
Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can provide safe and effective pain relief when dosed at appropriate levels with adequate frequency. Most NSAIDs take about 1 hour for effect, so timing is crucial.
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