Which client would the nurse suggest should try subcutaneous opioid analgesia for pain management?

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Subcutaneous opioid analgesia is recommended for cancer clients who cannot take anything by mouth.It is not recommended for acute pain,such as pain from a surgical procedure,because subcutaneous boluses have slower onset and a lower peak effect than IV boluses.It also requires the use of an ambulatory infusion pump,which may not always be acceptable to someone who is physically active.

Which Client Would the Nurse Suggest Should Try Subcutaneous Opioid