A terminally ill patient with cancer is experiencing increased pain. Nursing implications used to care for this patient include:
A. giving medications as needed.
B. using the World Health Organization three-step approach.
C. using a holistic approach to pain management.
D. holding regular doses to prevent life-threatening side effects.
B
The aim of regular drug therapy for patients with cancer is to prevent or minimize pain. Both pharmacological and nonpharmacological therapies are beneficial in the treatment of cancer pain. Regular doses of pain medications maintain a constant blood level for ongoing pain control.
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