A client has been newly prescribed with morphine sulfate (Astramorph) for severe acute pain after seeing the physician for a follow-up appointment. However, the nurse noted that the client has a history of biliary colic. What is an alternative to morphine sulfate (Astramorph) for this client?

A. Morphine is contraindicated for clients with a history of biliary colic because it can cause spasm of the bile ducts, worsening the condition. B. Acetaminophen is an effective pain reliever for mild to moderate pain but does not provide the same level of pain relief as morphine for severe pain. C. Meperidine (Demerol) is a safer alternative for clients with biliary colic because it has less effect on the sphincter of Oddi, reducing the risk of spasm. D. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist used to reverse opioid toxicity, not for pain management.