How Do Nurses Advocate for Patients in Pain Management?
Nurses advocate for patients by: 1. Communicating with the Healthcare Team: Ensuring the patient's pain management needs are met. 2. Monitoring and Reporting Pain Levels: Regularly assessing and documenting pain. 3. Requesting Consultations: Suggesting specialist referrals when necessary. 4. Ensuring Ethical Pain Management: Balancing the need for pain relief with the risk of drug dependency.
