An older client with mild musculoskeletal pain is being seen by the primary care provider. The nurse anticipates that treatment of this client's level of discomfort will include:
1. Fentanyl
2. Diazepam
3. Acetaminophen
4. Meperidine hydrochloride
ANS: 3
A nonopioid analgesic, such as acetaminophen, is used to effectively treat mild musculoskeletal pain. Fentanyl is about 100 times more potent than morphine. It is typically used for cancer pain, not mild musculoskeletal pain. Diazepam is given as an antianxiety agent. Meperidine hydrochlo-ride is an opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to severe acute pain, not mild pain.
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