The practical nurse (PN) is managing a patient who is receiving fentanyl subcutaneously (SubQ) every hour for pain control. The patient’s pain level remains at 8 on a 10-point scale. What is the most appropriate action for the PN to take?

Request an increased dose from the healthcare provider.

Continue monitoring the patient and assessing the pain level.

Initiate non-pharmacological methods of pain control.

Inform the patient about the potential addictiveness of the medication.