Reduction-internal fixation of fractured femur

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A client arrives on the orthopedic unit following an open reduction-internal fixation (ORIF) of a fractured femur. Following the initial assessment, the nurse offers pain medication. The client refuses, indicating a preference to control personal pain with meditation. What observations by the nurse would indicate this method has been successful in controlling the client's post-op pain?

Reference no: EM133730350

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