Which scenario is best illustrates the concept of illusory correlation? O A. Aperson believes crossing his fingers brings good luck despite
O B. A person criticizes a scientific study for reaching a definitive
O C. A person insists that there is no way to determine whether or not
O D. A person argues that the mood swings he often has on rainy days
studies demonstrating that it does not.
conclusion about data based on a weak correlation.
any two events are actually correlated.
prove that weather affects human emotions.

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?