The hospitalized postsurgical patient is reluctant to take the opioid pain medication because of drowsiness. Which response is most informative for the nurse to make?
a. "Mental stimulation after the medication will keep you more alert."
b. "Sleep and pain relief promote healing."
c. "Drowsiness is an undesirable side effect."
d. "The medication should be taken only before bedtime."
B
Effective analgesia and adequate rest and sleep promote healing. Mental stimulation after taking an opioid will most likely not be effective for keeping the patient alert. Drowsiness is an ex-pected effect. The medication should be taken as prescribed, not just before bedtime.
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