According to the World Health Organization Three-Step Approach, if the nurse is caring for a client complaining of mild pain that persists after using full doses of step 1 medications, which medications can the nurse administer?
Select all that apply.
1. Codeine
2. Fentanyl
3. Oxycodone with acetaminophen
4. Hydrocodone with ibuprofen
5. Morphine
Correct Answer: 1,3,4
For mild pain, a nonopioid analgesic is the appropriate starting point. If the pain persists or the pain is moderate, the second step is a weak opioid, or a combination of opioid and nonopioid medicine can be used. If moderate pain persists or the pain is severe, stronger opiates are provided.
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