A patient with a long arm cast continues to complain of unrelieved throbbing pain even after receiving opioid pain medication. Which of the following is the priority action by the nurse?
a) Assess for complications.
b) Teach relaxation techniques.
c) Reposition the patient for comfort.
d) Assess for previous opioid drug use.
Answer: A
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