The client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis is complaining of severe abdominal pain. Which interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
1. Ask the client to rate the pain on a 1–10 pain scale.
2. Determine when the client received the last dose of medication.
3. Administer hydrocodone (Vicodin), a narcotic pain medication.
4. Assist the client to a semi-Fowler’s position.
5. Apply oxygen at 4 L/minute via nasal cannula.
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