The nurse is explaining to a client with chronic pain why the physician has ordered a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) to be given together with an opioid analgesic. Which is the most accurate statement?
a. The NSAID will decrease the likelihood of respiratory depression caused by the opioid.
b. The NSAID targets muscle pain while the opioid relieves central nervous system irritation.
c. Giving the medications together will provide better relief of pain while decreasing the amount of opioid medication required.
d. Giving the medications together reduces the need for additional pain medication during nighttime hours.
ANS: C
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