A nurse is developing a discharge teaching plan for an adult…

A nurse is developing a discharge teaching plan for an adult patient who will be taking over-the-counter acetaminophen at home to manage chronic osteoarthritis pain. To ensure patient safety and prevent drug-induced toxicity, which instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)  

A patient with terminal cancer rates pain 8/10 but refuses f…

A patient with terminal cancer rates pain 8/10 but refuses further morphine, stating, “My father became addicted to pain pills, and I’m afraid the same thing will happen to me.” Which nurse action best demonstrates clinical judgment in balancing ethical principles?