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The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient Being Discharged

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The nurse is providing care for a patient being discharged on opioid therapy.What should the nurse include when teaching the patient about this medication? (Select all that apply.)


A) "You may feel sleepy when you take this medication."
B) "If you experience nausea, stop taking the medication."
C) "Avoid driving or operating machinery for a few days."
D) "It is important to drink 8 to 10 glasses of fluid each day."
E) "Fiber or bulk laxatives may be needed to prevent constipation."
F) "You should wait as long as possible to take your pain medication to prevent addiction."

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