The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client with fractured metatarsals after slamming a hand in the car door. After administering the prescribed hydrocodone/acetaminophen for pain, which intervention should the PN include in the client's care?

A. Encourage the client to resume normal activities after medication administration. - This action could exacerbate the injury and pain and isn't appropriate after pain medication for a fracture. B. Implement ongoing assessments for signs of shallow or slow breathing. - Hydrocodone, an opioid, can cause respiratory depression. Regular monitoring for respiratory changes is crucial. C. Observe the client for involuntary movements of the lips and tongue. - This might indicate adverse reactions but is not the most critical concern after administering hydrocodone/acetaminophen. D. Assess the skin daily for areas of ecchymosis or other signs of bleeding. - While monitoring for bleeding is important, it's not the immediate concern following administration of hydrocodone/acetaminophen.