Mr.Neilson had an epidural catheter placed for pain management following a pneumonectomy.He has a combination of fentanyl and bupivacaine infusing continuously.When his pain is assessed he describes it as 2/10,with 0 being no pain.What considerations would the nurse make when assisting Mr.Neilson up to the chair?
A) Mr.Neilson should remain on bed rest with an epidural catheter
B) Disconnect tubing from epidural pump and cover with sterile cap
C) Move slowly to the sitting position
D) Provide for pre-emptive opioid before assisting him to the chair
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