Two girls holding their hands over their ears while crouching under a table. Based on this image, what can you infer is happening? The girls are taking safety precautions during a winter storm. The girls are sheltering themselves from an earthquake. The girls are protecting themselves in case of a fire. The girls are practicing the appropriate response to a landslide.

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?