Postoperative Pain Management Interventions

Very Hard Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Pharmacological Pain Management

A 57-year-old female patient with a history of chronic back pain and osteoarthritis is admitted to the hospital for elective knee replacement surgery. She is currently taking multiple medications, including an opioid analgesic and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize in managing her pain postoperatively? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Administer the prescribed opioid analgesics as per the PCA pump settings.

Encourage the use of non-pharmacological pain management techniques such as guided imagery.

Regularly assess the patient's pain using a standardized pain scale.

Provide education on the side effects of opioids and NSAIDs.

Consult with the physician about potential scheduling for NSAID administration.

Tube feed the patient to enhance recovery instead of focusing on pain control.

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