11. What information is most accurate regarding the nurse's understanding of pain management? a., Older patients have difficulty describing their pain level. b., Encourage patients to report pain before the pain becomes too severe. c. Use the smallest dose of medication possible to control pain. d., Pain medication administration ordered PRN will maintain a constant blood level.

11. What information is most accurate regarding the nurse's understanding of pain management? a., Older patients have difficulty describing their pain level. b., Encourage patients to report pain before the pain becomes too severe. c. Use the smallest dose of medication possible to control pain. d., Pain medication administration ordered PRN will maintain a constant blood level.

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter5: The Therapeutic Approach To The Patient With A Life-threatening Illness

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