A patient who had a right total knee replacement continues to report severe pain 15 minutes after receiving the prescrib

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A patient who had a right total knee replacement continues to report severe pain 15 minutes after receiving the prescrib

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A patient who had a right total knee replacement continues to
report severe pain 15 minutes after receiving the prescribed IV
morphine. The nurse determines pulses are faintly palpable and the
foot is cool to the touch. Which action should the nurse take
next?
A. Notify the health care provider
B. Check the patient's blood pressure
C. Reposition the left leg on pillows.
D. Assess the incision for redness
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