Asked by
Chandra Williams
on Oct 12, 2024
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A nurse is caring for a patient who recently had an abdominal hysterectomy and states that she is experiencing severe pain.The patient's blood pressure is 110/60,and her heart rate is 60.In addition,the patient does not appear to be in any distress.Which response by the nurse is most therapeutic?
A) "Your vitals do not show that you are having pain;can you describe your pain?"
B) "You do not look like you are in pain."
C) "OK,I will go get you some narcotic pain relievers immediately."
D) "What would you like to try to alleviate your pain?"
Therapeutic Response
The body's reaction to a treatment, indicating the effectiveness of an intervention.
Abdominal Hysterectomy
A surgical procedure for the removal of the uterus through an incision in the abdomen, often performed to treat conditions like fibroids or gynecological cancer.
Severe Pain
A highly intense and uncomfortable sensation often signaling an underlying health condition, requiring immediate medical attention for relief.
- Recognize the significance of precise pain determination, with the application of correct scales and strategies, especially in those patients who have communication limitations.
- Evaluate the verbal and non-verbal communications from patients to assess their level of pain and the effectiveness of strategies for pain relief.
Verified Answer
BJ
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the significance of precise pain determination, with the application of correct scales and strategies, especially in those patients who have communication limitations.
- Evaluate the verbal and non-verbal communications from patients to assess their level of pain and the effectiveness of strategies for pain relief.