When carrying out the order for morphine 2 mg IV every 3 hours prn, the nurse recognizes that which intervention is most appropriate?

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The nurse should assess pain every hour and routinely offer the drug as needed to manage the patient's pain. Waiting until the previous dose wears off (A) or waiting for the patient to request the medication (D) may lead to uncontrolled pain. Administering the medication every 3 hours routinely (B) may not address the patient's pain needs adequately.

When Carrying Out the Order for Morphine 2 Mg IV