The 14-year-old patient was admitted following surgical reduction of an open femur fracture. The patient, who has reported good pain control with the patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump, is sleeping peacefully. During hourly rounding, the nurse observes the parent press the button to administer the bolus of pain medication. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
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