What organ most requires a steady supply of glucose, which is why blood glucose concentration must be maintained between meals?

Explain how electronic health records reduce medical errors, increase the quality of care provided to patients, and bring down health care costs

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?

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