The patient reports pain after surgery, ranking it 6 on a scale of 1 to 10. The patient tells the nurse, "I don't want to be all doped up. My family is coming to visit and I want to be alert enough to visit with them." Which medication would most likely be effective for postoperative pain relief without excessive sedation?

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Ibuprofen PO (oral) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can effectively manage moderate pain without causing significant sedation, allowing the patient to remain alert during family visits.

The Patient Reports Pain After Surgery, Ranking It 6 on a Scale