The nurse is providing education to a client regarding pain control after surgery. What time does the nurse inform the client is the best time to request pain medication?
A) Before the pain becomes severe
B) When the client experiences a pain rating of "10" on a 1-to-10 pain scale
C) When there is no pain, but it is time for the medication to be administered
D) After the pain becomes severe and relaxation techniques have failed
Ans: A
If a pain medication is ordered p.r.n., the client should be instructed to ask for the medication before the pain becomes severe.
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