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A patient who was admitted with severe back pain is watching TV and smiling. The patient received pain medication 4 hours ago and rates his pain at an 8. Knowing that the patient's pain medication may be given every 4 to 6 hours, the nurse will
 
  1. Administer the pain medication now.
  2. Tell the patient that if diversion does not work, then the nurse will administer pain medication in 2 hours.
  3. Explain the gate control theory and suggest a massage.
  4. Call the physician and request an order for a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS) unit.
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