Which of the following is true regarding treatment for malignant pain?
A. Balance relief of pain with mental alertness; client needs careful monitoring.
B. Pain relief is administered without careful monitoring.
C. Monitor the client for diarrhea.
D. Malignant pain occurs only with cancer.
Ans: A. Balance relief of pain with mental alertness; client needs careful monitoring.
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