Multiple Choice
An older client receiving a low dose of oral morphine for chronic pain feels sleepy when taking the medication. What should the nurse explain to the client about this analgesic?
A) "Lowering the dose may reduce these feelings."
B) "Unfortunately you will need to change medications."
C) "Feeling sleepy is an unfortunate problem with morphine."
D) "Once you develop a tolerance to the medications, this will improve."
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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