A client being prepared to have a bone marrow transplant expresses concern the procedure will be painful. The nurse explains:
A)
"A local anesthetic is given and so you won't feel any pain."
B)
"The procedure is very quick and not very painful."
C)
"You will be given some analgesic since it can be painful."
D)
"It should not be any more painful than having an injection."
C
Explanation:
A)
The procedure can be painful and analgesics are given to control pain. A local anesthetic is used, but it may not totally prevent pain and pressure felt during the procedure.
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B)
The procedure can be painful and analgesics are given to control pain. A local anesthetic is used, but it may not totally prevent pain and pressure felt during the procedure.
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Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
The procedure can be painful and analgesics are given to control pain. A local anesthetic is used, but it may not totally prevent pain and pressure felt during the procedure.
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Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
The procedure can be painful and analgesics are given to control pain. A local anesthetic is used, but it may not totally prevent pain and pressure felt during the procedure.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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