A 10-year-old has been receiving morphine every 2 hours for postoperative pain as ordered.The medication relieves the pain for approximately 90 minutes and then the pain returns.The nurse should:

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The best choice would be to call the physician to see if the child's orders for pain medication can be changed. The current medication regimen is not providing adequate pain relief for the child, and it may be necessary to adjust the dose or frequency of administration. It is important to address the child's pain management needs and ensure that they are comfortable during the recovery process.

A 10-Year-Old Has Been Receiving Morphine Every 2 Hours for Postoperative