A patient with a severe headache due to viral meningitis requests an opioid analgesic.What explanation about opioids should the nurse provide?
A) "Opioid analgesics increase intracranial pressure."
B) "Opioid analgesics are used as a last resort for headaches."
C) "Opioid analgesics are contraindicated in patients with meningitis."
D) "Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is more effective in treating meningitis-related headaches."
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