A client's family member says to you, "He needs more pain medicine. He is still having a lot of pain." What is your best response?
a) "The physician ordered the medicine to be given every 4 hours."
b) "If the medication is given too frequently, he could experience ill effects."
c) "Please tell him that I will be right there to check on him."
d) "Let's wait about 30 to 40 minutes. If there is no relief, I'll call the physician."
Answer: c) "Please tell him that I will be right there to check on him."
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