A patient who is receiving sustained-release morphine sulfate (MS Contin) every 12 hours for chronic pain experiences level 9 (0 to 10 scale) breakthrough pain and anxiety. Which action by the nurse is appropriate for treating this change in assessment?
A) Suggest amitriptyline 10 mg orally.
B) Administer lorazepam (Ativan) 1 mg orally.
C) Give ibuprofen (Motrin) 400 to 800 mg orally.
D) Offer immediate-release morphine 30 mg orally.
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