The health care provider prescribes a placebo instead of pain medication. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

A. Administering the placebo as prescribed when the client reports pain is ethically questionable. Placebos are typically used in research or clinical trials and should not be administered without the client's informed consent and understanding. B. While informing the charge nurse about the prescribed placebo is appropriate, refusing to administer it without further action may not address the ethical concerns surrounding placebo use. C. Informing the client that the provider prescribed a placebo instead of pain medication is important for transparency and informed consent. However, this should be accompanied by discussing the ethical considerations with the healthcare provider. D. Discussing ethical concerns about placebo use with the healthcare provider is the most appropriate intervention. This ensures that the nurse advocates for the client's well-being and addresses any potential ethical issues surrounding the use of placebos in pain management.