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The nurse is caring for a client who is still experiencing light sedation after undergoing an emergency colectomy for bowel obstruction. Which postoperative pain intervention should the nurse implement first?

A. Provide the first medication prescribed for pain management. B. Review medical records to obtain pain tolerance expectations. C. Wait until the client is awake before providing pain management. D. Attempt to obtain a self-report of pain level from the client.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Providing the prescribed pain medication first prevents pain escalation in a sedated client, using behavioral indicators like vital signs to guide administration, as self-reporting may be unreliable.

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