Which of these patient scenarios is most indicative of critical thinking?

A) Administering pain relief medication according to what was given last shift.
B) Asking a patient what pain relief methods,pharmacological and nonpharmacological,have worked in the past.
C) Offering pain relief medication based on prescriber orders.
D) Explaining to the patient that his reports of severe pain are not consistent with the minor procedure that was performed.

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Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Asking the patient what pain relief methods have worked in the past is an example of exploring many options for pain relief.Administering medication on the basis of a previous assessment is not practising according to standards of care.The nurse is to assess a patient during each shift and intervene accordingly.Nonpharmacological pain relief methods are available,as are medications for pain.Pain is subjective;the nurse should offer pain relief methods on the basis of the patient's reports without being judgemental.

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