A postoperative client has been instructed by a nurse about the importance of moving in bed but is still avoiding movement. The nurse should:
A. Avoid moving the client until he or she is motivated
B. Have family members move the client around
C. Increase the frequency of movement to be performed
D. Medicate the client with a prescribed analgesic before moving
D
A, B, C, and D. Medicate with analgesia as ordered by physician to ensure client's comfort before moving. Allow pain medication to take effect before proceeding.
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