A client is prescribed an opioid–nonopioid drug combination. The nurse explains that the drug is composed of hydrocodone and acetaminophen
The client says, "Why am I getting this? I don't have a fever, and I don't think that will be enough for my pain." Which is the best response from the nurse?
1. "I am not really sure; it really can't hurt you."
2. "You still might run a fever; this will prevent it."
3. "Why, are you allergic to acetaminophen?"
4. "The two drugs work together to relieve your pain."
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: This response does not answer the client's question and demonstrates lack of knowledge on the nurse's part.
Rationale 2: Although acetaminophen will help reduce fever, it is not the reason it is combined with hydrocodone.
Rationale 3: This response does not answer the client's question.
Rationale 4: The two drugs work together synergistically to relieve pain.
Global Rationale: The two drugs work together synergistically to relieve pain. Although acetaminophen will help reduce fever, it is not the reason it is combined with hydrocodone. The nurse telling the client she is unsure of how it works and that it is not harmful does not answer the client's question and demonstrates lack of knowledge on the nurse's part. Asking the client if there is an allergy to the medication does not answer the client's question.
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