A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is receiving morphine via a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) infusion device. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. This action is based on the nurse's responsibility to manage the client's pain effectively, but it does not reflect the client's autonomy. Instead, it focuses on the nurse's duty to provide care.
B. While this demonstrates fairness and equality in care, it does not specifically address the autonomy of the clients. Autonomy involves allowing clients to make choices tailored to their individual preferences and needs, rather than applying the same approach to everyone.
C. This option reflects the nurse's commitment to their responsibilities and maintaining trust with the client. However, it does not exemplify autonomy, as it does not involve the client's choice or decision- making.
D. This is the best example of autonomy. By allowing the client to choose when to take their medication, the nurse respects the client's right to make decisions about their own care, which is a fundamental aspect of autonomy.

A. This statement incorporates an inquiry into the client's emotional and psychological state, recognizing that stress may contribute to headache frequency. It reflects a holistic approach by considering factors beyond the physical symptoms, acknowledging the interplay between mental health and physical well- being.
B. This question focuses specifically on the physical symptoms of the headaches. While it’s important to understand the client’s symptoms, this statement does not consider emotional or psychosocial factors, making it less holistic.
C. Checking blood pressure is a vital assessment related to potential physiological causes of headaches. However, this action is primarily focused on physical health and does not encompass a holistic view of the client’s overall experience or emotional state.
D. This question addresses treatment and management of headaches, focusing on the effectiveness of medication. While important, it does not explore other contributing factors such as lifestyle, emotional health, or stress, and therefore lacks a holistic perspective.