ATI RN
ATI N 144 Exam 1 Fundamental Concepts for Nursing Practice Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client continues to report post-surgical incision pain at a level of 9 out of 10 after pain medication is given. The next dose of pain medicine is not due for another hour. What should the critically thinking nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Explore other options for pain relief. The nurse should first assess the client's pain further to determine the cause of the inadequate pain relief. This involves evaluating the effectiveness of the current pain medication, assessing for any potential side effects, and exploring alternative pain management strategies such as non-pharmacological interventions or additional medications. This proactive approach ensures the client's comfort and well-being while addressing the uncontrolled pain promptly.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not directly address the immediate need for providing effective pain relief to the client. Notifying the healthcare provider, discussing the surgical procedure, or explaining the lack of additional orders may delay necessary interventions and compromise the client's comfort and recovery.
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