Question

The nurse is teaching a client who is postoperative cesarean section about prescribing morphine via a patient-controlled device. Which statement should the nurse include in client teaching about the medication?

"It is normal for this medication to cause burning at the IV site."

"You will probably experience some itching each time you administer a dose."

"Tell your family members to press the administration button if you are feeling tired."

"Let a staff member know if you experience any trouble breathing."

Answer 1

The nurse should include the statement: "Let a staff member know if you experience any trouble breathing."

Step-by-step explanation:

When teaching a client about prescribing morphine via a patient-controlled device after a cesarean section, the nurse should include the statement: "Let a staff member know if you experience any trouble breathing." This is because morphine can cause respiratory depression as a side effect, and it is important to monitor for any difficulty in breathing. The other statements are not accurate or relevant to the medication administration.