Question

a client experiencing pain from metastatic cancer is prescribed morphine. which route of administration should the nurse clarify with the healthcare provider prior to administering the medication?

a intravenous.

b sublingual.

c oral.

d buccal.

Explanation:

For a client with metastatic cancer pain, morphine's oral route has reduced bioavailability due to first - pass metabolism and may be less effective. Intravenous, sublingual, and buccal routes have more predictable and faster absorption. So the oral route (option C) should be clarified as it may not be the most appropriate for effective pain management in this context.

Answer:

C. Oral