A client has a nursing diagnosis of acute pain related to upper airway irritation. The best short-term goal for this client is for the client to
a) Report relief of pain to level 3 using a pain intensity scale of 1 to 10.
b) Gargle with a warm saline solution frequently.
c) Take acetaminophen with codeine when pain is 5 or above.
d) Use a pain intensity rating scale of 0 to 10.
Answer: a) Report relief of pain to level 3 using a pain intensity scale of 1 to 10.
Explanation:
The client statement of relief of pain to level 3 indicates improvement of the problem. The other options are actually interventions or actions that can help achieve a long-term goal of relief of pain. pg.552
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