The nurse is caring for a patient who is having constant nociceptor pain.Which intervention best addresses the patient's pain during the perception phase of pain?
A) Administer nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for moderate pain.
B) Ask the physician if an opioid could be ordered to treat the patient's pain when severe.
C) Engage the patient in conversation regarding his family, hobbies, and plans following discharge from the facility.
D) Determine if the patient typically takes a neurotransmitter uptake blocker medication for pain control.
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