An older patient being treated for abdominal pain reports no relief of pain and other somatic complaints after receiving adequate pain medication. What additional intervention is indicated for this patient?
1. Reviewing the patient's lab values
2. Contacting the family to talk to the patient
3. Further assessment and treatment for depression
4. Obtaining an order for different pain medication
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Rationale: The laboratory values are of no significance in this patient situation.
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