The client with chronic pain is prescribed both MS Contin and liquid morphine (Roxanol), narcotic analgesics. Which statement best describes how to administer the medications?
1. Administer the MS Contin at prescribed intervals and the Roxanol PRN.
2. Administer both medications PRN for the client’s chronic pain.
3. Administer the Roxanol every 4 hours and the MS Contin PRN pain.
4. Administer the MS Contin for breakthrough pain and hold the Roxanol.
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