A patient with chronic pain is on a sustained-release opioid that is ordered every 12 hours. After 6 hours, the patient complains of increasing pain. Which intervention by the nurse is appropriate?
A) Obtain an order for an immediate-release opioid for breakthrough pain.
B) Teach the patient a relaxation technique to use until the next dose is due.
C) Assess the patient's vital signs and administer the next dose of opioid early.
D) Explain to the patient that the medication being administered lasts for 12 hours.
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