A patient recovering from hernia repair surgery reports pain level of 4 on a 0-to-10 scale. The patient's orders include ibuprofen (Motrin) 400 mg orally every 6 hours prn (as needed) for pain. Which action should the nurse take?

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Ibuprofen is an appropriate choice for managing mild to moderate pain, as indicated by a pain level of 4 on a 0-to-10 scale. The order for ibuprofen every 6 hours as needed provides the nurse with the discretion to administer the medication for pain management.

A Patient Recovering from Hernia Repair Surgery Reports Pain Level