A client with stage IV bone cancer is admitted to the hospital for pain control. The client verbalizes continuous, severe pain rated 8 on a 0 to 10 scale. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

Educate the client on signs and symptoms of narcotic dependency.

Give maximum dosage when score reaches 10.

Alternate IV and IM analgesic medications.

Administer opioid and non-opioid medication simultaneously.