Multiple Choice
The patient is in severe pain and is requesting a prn medication before the prn time interval has elapsed.The nurse's priority is to
A) Give the medication early for any pain score greater than 8.
B) Call the prescriber and request a stat order.
C) Explain to the patient why he will have to wait for the medication.
D) Document the patient's request and pain score.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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