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A nurse is preparing to administer pain medication to a postoperative client who had a total knee replacement and reports pain as 5 on a scale of 0 to 10. Which of the following PRN medications should the nurse plan to administer?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Ketorolac 15 mg IV. Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAI
D) known for its potent analgesic effect. For a postoperative client with moderate pain (pain level of 5), ketorolac is an appropriate choice as it can provide effective pain relief. IV administration ensures rapid onset of action, making it suitable for acute pain management. Morphine (
A) is a strong opioid and may be reserved for severe pain. Amitriptyline (
B) is a tricyclic antidepressant used for chronic pain conditions, not acute postoperative pain. Acetaminophen (
D) is a mild analgesic and may not be sufficient for moderate pain.

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