You are caring for a patient with a diagnosis of vulvar cancer who has returned from the PACU after undergoing a wide excision of the vulva. How is pain medication ordered for this patient?
A) Pro-actively
B) Preventively
C) PRN
D) Per request of the patient
Ans: B
Feedback: Because of the wide excision, the patient may experience severe pain and discomfort even with minimal movement. Therefore, analgesic agents are administered preventively (ie, around the clock at designated times) to relieve pain, increase the patient's comfort level, and allow mobility.
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