The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has Undergone

The nurse is caring for a client who has undergone a radical jaw and neck resection.The client tells the nurse that the area feels very swollen and painful.Which is the best intervention for the nurse to make this client more comfortable?

A) Frequently suction the client's mouth and airway.
B) Apply warm moist compresses to the area.
C) Elevate the head of the client's bed to semi-Fowler's.
D) Administer ibuprofen (Motrin) 600 mg every 6 hours around the clock.