After receiving an oral dose of codeine for an intractable cough, the 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

Answer: a) In 30 minutes

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