Which statements made by nurses who care for terminally ill patients demonstrate their understanding of the principle of double effect of pain management?
1. "Since my patient's liver is damaged I must double the amount of pain medication administered."
2. "The medication I just gave my patient for pain could hasten his death."
3. "I must be careful that I don't administer enough pain medication to affect my patient's breathing."
4. "Using two classes of pain medications is more effective than using only one class."
5. "Pain medications can have both positive and negative effects."
2, 5
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a. "You should have a colonoscopy every few years." b. "You should eat a diet that is high in pro-tein and fiber." c. "You should avoid heavy lifting and tight-fitting clothes." d. "You should take the Asacol whenever you have loose stools."
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