Tracie returns 1 year later and she indicates her daily pain is now 7/10 despite using acetaminophen, NSAIDS, topical medications, physical therapy,…

Question Answered step-by-step Tracie returns 1 year later and she indicates her daily pain is now7/10 despite using acetaminophen, NSAIDS, topical medications, physical therapy, massage, ice, and rest. She is currently using ibuprofen 800mg TID with food, capsaicin topical to her knee, and adds acetaminophen prn. The pain interferes with her quality of life and sleep. She plans to have a total knee replacement done, but her surgery is scheduled 2 months out. She is requesting stronger pain medicine until she can get her surgery done. According to the World Health Organization “pain ladder,” which is the most appropriate medication to add for Tracie? Health Science Science Nursing NRP 507 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)