The patient is 3 days postop, and the physician orders an oral pain medication. The patient asks the nurse if it wouldn't be better to get the medication in the intravenous (IV) line. What is the best response by the nurse?

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Pills are safer than IV medications because they are less likely to cause side effects such as infection, bleeding, or allergic reactions.

The Patient Is 3 Days Postop, and the Physician Orders