The Nurse Is Preparing to Perform a Dressing Change on a Patient

The nurse is preparing to perform a dressing change on a patient following a total hip replacement.When should the nurse administer an analgesic drug in an attempt to promote patient comfort during the dressing change?

A) After the dressing change
B) At least 15 minutes before the dressing change
C) At least 30 minutes before the dressing change
D) At least 1 hour before the dressing change