Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
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A 65-year-old Hispanic-Latino client with prostate cancer rates his pain as a 6 on a 0-to-10 scale. The client refuses all pain medication other than Motrin, which does not relieve his pain. The next action for the nurse to take is to
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Ask the client about the refusal of certain pain medications. Understanding cultural or personal beliefs about pain management is essential for effective care.