A patient with arthritis asks the nurse for pain medication. The patient is sitting in bed laughing and talking with family members. What would the nurse assess to support this patient's pain management needs? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

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The nurse should assess the patient's previous experiences with pain, the family's response to illness and pain, and the cultural and spiritual meanings associated with pain to understand the patient's pain management needs comprehensively.

A Patient with Arthritis Asks the Nurse for Pain Medication