Multiple Choice
A patient is prescribed morphine sulfate 4 mg intravenously for postoperative pain. Which action should the nurse take before administering the medication?
A) Monitor the patient's respiratory status.
B) Auscultate the patient's heart sounds.
C) Check blood pressure with the patient in the supine and sitting positions.
D) Assess the patient for elevated temperature.
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