When planning the care of a patient who is terminally ill, a nurse should include the prevention of pain and relief from discomfort. What should the nurse implement when administering pain medication?
a. Narcotics have the potential for addiction.
b. Pain medication must be given before the pain becomes unbearable.
c. Pain medication should be given no more often than every 6 hours.
d. Narcotics must be given as needed only.
B
Pain control must be consistent to provide constant relief rather than waiting until the pain is un-bearable and then trying to relieve it. Addiction to narcotics is of little concern.
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