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Title: A nurse is providing teaching for an adult patient with arthritis who has been instructed to take ... Post by: azt3cqu33n on Jan 24, 2018 A nurse is providing teaching for an adult patient with arthritis who has been instructed to take ibuprofen (Motrin) for discomfort. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. I may experience tinnitus with higher doses of this medication. b. I may take up to 800 mg 4 times daily for pain. c. I should limit alcohol intake to fewer than three drinks a day. d. I will take this medication with meals to help prevent stomach upset. Title: A nurse is providing teaching for an adult patient with arthritis who has been instructed to take ... Post by: Jumpman233 on Jan 24, 2018 ANS: A
NSAIDs do not cause salicylism and therefore do not cause tinnitus with higher doses. The maximum dose for adults is 3200 mg/day, or 800 mg 4 times/day. Patients taking NSAIDs should be cautioned to limit alcohol intake. Taking NSAIDs with meals helps prevent GI upset. Title: A nurse is providing teaching for an adult patient with arthritis who has been instructed to take ... Post by: azt3cqu33n on Jan 24, 2018 Exactly what I needed for my quiz
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