The hospitalized postsurgical patient is reluctant to take the opioid pain medication because of drowsiness.The most informative response made by the nurse would be that:

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Effective analgesia and adequate rest and sleep promote healing.Mental stimulation after taking an opioid will most likely not be effective for keeping the patient alert;drowsiness is an expected effect;and the medication should be taken as prescribed,not just before bedtime.

The Hospitalized Postsurgical Patient Is Reluctant to Take the Opioid