A 27-year-old male presents with an ankle sprain. He is aler…

A 27-year-old male presents with an ankle sprain. He is alert, has no drug allergies, and reports 7/10 pain. He is otherwise healthy and has no history of chronic pain or opioid use. What is the most appropriate first-line medication for managing his acute pain?

You are teaching a new NP student about the stepped approach…

You are teaching a new NP student about the stepped approach to pain management. If interventions to resolve the cause of pain (e.g., rest, ice, compression, and elevation) are insufficient, pain medications are given based on the severity of pain. Which progression correctly follows evidence-based guidelines?