Introduction
Introduction ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who has opioid use disorder and is in labor.
Which of the following actions should the nurse take to provide individualized pain management for this client? (Select all that apply.).
The nurse should consult with a substance use disorder specialist to determine the best pain management plan for the client who has opioid use disorder and is in labor.
nonpharmacological measures alone are not sufficient to manage pain for this client. The client might have a high tolerance to opioids and might require pharmacological interventions as well.
administering higher doses of opioids than usual can increase the risk of respiratory depression, sedation, and addiction for the client and the fetus. The nurse should follow the prescribed dose and frequency of opioids and avoid overmedicating the client.
The nurse should consult with a substance use disorder specialist to determine the best pain management plan for the client who has opioid use disorder and is in labor.
educating the client about judicious opioid prescribing practices is not a priority during labor. The nurse should focus on providing safe and effective pain relief for the client and the fetus. Educating the client about opioid use disorder and its treatment can be done after delivery or during postpartum care.
The nurse should consult with a substance use disorder specialist to determine the best pain management plan for the client who has opioid use disorder and is in labor.
The nurse should also monitor the client and the fetus closely for signs of withdrawal, which can occur due to reduced opioid intake during labor or due to the administration of opioid antagonists.