A client using a color scale to identify pain levels has selected the color purple as the level of pain experienced. The nurse should plan which intervention for the client?
1. Administration of pain medication
2. Repositioning the client
3. Distraction
4. Guided imagery
Answer: 1
1. The nurse should administer medication for moderate pain and not wait until the pain level is severe, as it is more difficult to relieve intense pain.
2. Repositioning the client would be appropriate with the administration of medication.
3. Distraction alone is not appropriate for moderate pain.
4. Guided imagery can be used in addition to medication for moderate pain.
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