The nurse observed a postoperative patient trying to take her friend's narcotic pain pills in addition to the pain medication administered by the nurse.Which nursing diagnosis is the highest priority for this patient?

A) Health-seeking behaviors
B) Risk-prone health behavior
C) Readiness for enhanced comfort
D) Situational low self-esteem

Narcotic Pain Pills

Medications that contain opiate-like substances, used to relieve severe pain but can also be addictive and are carefully regulated.

Risk-prone Health Behavior

Actions that individuals may engage in that increase the risk of developing health problems.

Health-seeking Behaviors

Actions or activities undertaken by individuals aiming to maintain or improve their health status.