What factors may be contributing to NJ’s increase of pain? What possible options might be appropriate for NJ’s condition? What measure would the nurse suggest to enhance pain relief?
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The nurse is talking to NJ, a 49-year-old female with pancreatic cancer. NJ has been taking morphine for the relief of her pain that she described as mind altering when it attacks especially at night, that hinders her rest and sleep. The medication offered relief and NJ had her undisturbed rest and sleep for quite a time and can do activities of daily living with limited assistance from her husband. However, over the last 18 days, NJ reports that she is not experiencing the degree of relief that she had been enjoying. She also mentions that she called her attending physician on a phone last week, a decision was made not to pursue additional treatment.
- What factors may be contributing to NJ’s increase of pain?
- What possible options might be appropriate for NJ’s condition?
- What measure would the nurse suggest to enhance pain relief?
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