What prevented you from speaking up for the patient and requesting more pain medications? What kept...
What prevented you from speaking up for the patient and requesting more pain medications? What kept you from speaking up and what would you do differently if faced with a similar situation?
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Ans) Prevented me from speaking up for the patient and requesting more pain medications is:
As asking more pain medication could be putting the patient at risk for an accidental overdose of an over-the-counter (OTC) pain or fever medicine.
- Pain relief medication is generally safe if taken as directed.
- But taking too much of these medicines can lead to liver damage, stomach bleeding, and kidney disease.
To act differently if faced with a similar situation faced:
Non-Drug Options for Easing Pain:
- Massage
- Relaxation techniques
- Acupuncture
- Physical therapy
- Pet therapy
- Gel packs
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