The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Reporting

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who is reporting pain of 8/10 on a 1 to 10 numeric pain scale.The nurse administers the prescribed pain medication.When the nurse re-evaluates the client one hour later,the client is still reporting pain of 8/10.Which action by the nurse is appropriate at this time?

A) Wait for the healthcare provider to make rounds to report the problem.
B) Report to the healthcare provider by telephone.
C) Increase the dosage of the medication.
D) Include in the nursing report that the medication is ineffective.