Multiple Choice
The nurse is evaluating a patient 2 hours after giving a dose of 30 mg of codeine with acetaminophen for postoperative pain following abdominal surgery. The patient reports a pain level of 7 on a scale of 1 to 10. The patient is not satisfied with their current level of pain relief. The nurse notes a heart rate of 110 beats per minute, a respiratory rate of 28 breaths per minute, and a blood pressure of 180/90 mm Hg. Which action will the nurse take?
A) Administer the next dose of codeine 1 hour early.
B) Ask the provider if the codeine dose can be increased.
C) Contact the provider to ask if a dose of ibuprofen may be given now.
D) Request an order for oxycodone with acetaminophen (Percocet) .
Correct Answer:
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