Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
The practical nurse (PN) is reinforcing discharge instructions for a client with metastatic cancer who is prescribed morphine for bone pain. Which information from the client indicates to the PN an understanding of the medication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Constipation is a very common and significant side effect of opioid analgesics like morphine. Understanding the need to monitor bowel movements and take a stool softener indicates proper client education and management of side effects.