A nurse receives a prescription stating, "Aspirin 325 mg, 2 tablets orally for pain." When preparing to administer this medication to a patient reporting pain, what is the nurse's best course of action?

Clarify with the prescribing provider whether the order is to be given routinely or as needed (PRN), and determine the frequency of administration before giving the medication.

Administer 2 tablets of aspirin immediately, as the dose is clearly stated and the patient reports pain.

Hold the medication and wait for the patient to request it again to confirm continued pain before administering.

Give one tablet now and the second tablet after 30 minutes if pain persists, following standard pain management protocols.