Posted: July 22nd, 2017

After receiving an oral dose of codeine for an intractable cough, the male client asks the nurse, “How long will it take for this drug to work?” How should the nurse respond?

After receiving an oral dose of codeine for an intractable cough, the male client asks the nurse, “How long will it take for this drug to work?” How should the nurse respond?

A. In 30 minutes
B. In 1 hour
C. In 2.5 hours
D. In 4 hours