ATI RN
ATI Leadership Proctored Exam 2023 Questions
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Client with terminal illness and severe pain
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A hospice nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness and reports severe pain. After the nurse administers the prescribed opioid and benzodiazepine, the client becomes somnolent and difficult to arouse. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Continue the medication dosages that relieve the client's pain. The rationale is that the client's severe pain needs to be managed effectively, and the current medications have been prescribed for this purpose. The somnolence and difficulty in arousal are expected side effects of opioid and benzodiazepine use in pain management. Adjusting or withholding the medications could lead to inadequate pain relief, causing distress to the client. It is important for the nurse to monitor the client closely for potential adverse effects but continuing the prescribed medications is crucial for effective pain management in this palliative care setting. Contacting the provider for further guidance may also be appropriate, but the immediate priority is to ensure the client's comfort and pain relief.
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