When Denise came home from school, she was exhausted and did not want to
exercise. However after eating some fruit and resting
she did her regular workout. Her
decision to do her workout can be described as an
example of which personality trait?
A
self-confidence.
B
self-discipline.
O
С
self-efficacy.
D
self-reflection.

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?