A nurse working in hospice is providing care for a patient reporting increased instances of pain. Which of the following factors would indicate the patient is a good candidate for Fentanyl /transmucosal (ACTIQ) therapy?
A) The patient reports breakthrough pain 8 out of 10.
B) The patient currently takes greater than 60 mg of oral morphine scheduled around the clock per day.
C) The patient has pancreatic cancer.
D) The patient has an allergy to hydromorphone.

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Fentanyl transmucosal (ACTIQ) is indicated for managing breakthrough pain in cancer patients who are already receiving and who are tolerant to around-the-clock opioid therapy for their underlying persistent cancer pain. A patient taking more than 60 mg of oral morphine daily is considered opioid-tolerant, making them a suitable candidate for this form of therapy.

A Nurse Working in Hospice Is Providing Care for a Patient