A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Recently Had

A nurse is caring for a patient who recently had abdominal surgery and is experiencing severe pain. The patient's blood pressure is 110/60 mm Hg, and heart rate is 60 beats/min. Additionally, the patient does not appear to be in any distress. Which response by the nurse is most therapeutic?

A) "Your vitals do not show that you are having pain; can you describe your pain?"
B) "OK, I will go get you some narcotic pain relievers immediately."
C) "What would you like to try to alleviate your pain?"
D) "You do not look like you are in pain."

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