The nurse is caring for a patient with a newly fractured femur who reports a pain level of 8/10. The nurse checks the medication record and finds that the analgesic medication is not due for another 50 minutes. Which of these actions would be appropriate for the nurse to take next?

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The nurse should notify the registered nurse or physician to assess the patient's pain and determine if any intervention is needed. It is important to prioritize the patient's pain management and address any uncontrolled pain promptly. Option A is inappropriate as it dismisses the patient's report of pain. Option C is inappropriate as it may lead to administering medication before it is due, putting the patient at risk for adverse effects. Option D may provide temporary relief, but it does not address the underlying issue of uncontrolled pain.

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