The nurse is reviewing the admission orders for an 86-year-old client who is being admitted for pneumonia. The client, who has been diagnosed as having uterine cancer, has chronic pain caused by arthritis
The physician has ordered oral long-acting narcotic medication every 4 hours as needed. In administering this medication the nurse would: 1. Administer the medication sparingly to avoid narcotic addiction.
2. Administer the medication when the client requests.
3. Consult the physician to order intravenous pain medication.
4. Administer the prn medication around the clock.
4. Administer the prn medication around the clock.
Rationale:
Pain medication is best when it is administered around the clock. Needless suffering occurs when the medication is used sparingly or when waiting for the client to request something for pain. The elderly are less likely to become addicted to narcotics. Oral medications are the least invasive and may provide sufficient relief; therefore, they should be tried first.
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