Zander is trying to determine the correct answer on a multiple-choice test. he has eliminated two of the four answer options because they do not fit the question, and now he is trying to recall what he knows about the question. which two parts of zander’s brain are working to perform these operations?

a) hippocampus and hypothalamus

b) hippocampus and cerebrum

c) cerebrum and cerebellum

d) cerebellum and hypothalamus

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?