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You are taking care of a patient who is 24 hours post-operative laparotomy. He is prescribed oxycodone 10 mg every 4 hours as needed for pain.
In a two-page essay, discuss this case, answering the following questions:
· What is the mechanism of action for this medication?
· How will you determine the level of pain the patient is experiencing?
· What are potential side effects of this medication?
· How can the side effects be treated?
· How will you know the patient is becoming tolerant to the medication?
Format:
· Standard American English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.)
· Professional organization, style, and mechanics in APA format
· APA format and in-text citation
· 2 References – must contain at least two professional references, published within the past 5 years
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