An elderly client has a fractured hip and is in Buck's traction. The client is disoriented and cannot express herself. At 0730 the client was calm. Now, at 0930, the client is restless and agitated. The nurse reviews the medication administration record. The last dose of opioid was at 0330. The nurse assesses the client's agitation may be from
a) Recurring pain
b) Effects of the opioid medication
c) Increased uptake of opioids
d) Diminished pain perception
Ans: a) Recurring pain
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