An 84-Year-Old Client Is Experiencing Severe Arthritis Pain

An 84-year-old client is experiencing severe arthritis pain. The nurse realizes that which of the following pain management approaches would be the most beneficial for this client? (Select all that apply.)

A) Avoid NSAIDs.
B) Utilize morphine or morphine-like medication.
C) Provide medication through the oral route.
D) Utilize diazepam.
E) Suggest Darvocet.
F) Provide medication through the intramuscular route.