Problem: A nurse practitioner (NP) in the outpatient setting cares for a patient experiencing severe pain that a pain specialist manages. The patient asks the NP for a higher dose of pain medication than what is prescribed. What is the most appropriate response? Group of answer choices Refer the patient back to the pain specialist for continued management. Suggest alternative pain management strategies in addition to medication, such as physical therapy or relaxation techniques. Increase the dose of the pain medication. Refuse to increase the dose and encourage the patient to adhere to the specialist's instructions.