You are taking care of a patient who is 24 hours post-operative laparotomy. He is prescribed oxycodone 10 mg every 4 hours as needed for pain.

In a two-page essay, discuss this case, answering the following questions:

· What is the mechanism of action for this medication?

· How will you determine the level of pain the patient is experiencing?

· What are potential side effects of this medication?

· How can the side effects be treated?

· How will you know the patient is becoming tolerant to the medication?

Format:

· Standard American English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.)

· Professional organization, style, and mechanics in APA format

· APA format and in-text citation

· 2 References – must contain at least two professional references, published within the past 5 years

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