Which description shows the best balance of physical, social, and mental/emotional health?
april has low self-esteem because of her weight and is working on making more friends.
barbara plays hockey, eats well, and has frequent conflicts with her teammates.
marta has a large circle of friends and eats primarily junk food and chocolate.
terrence exercises for 30 minutes a day, eats well, and enjoys new challenges.

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?