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Title: An older adult patient reports frequent nighttime awakening because of arthritis pain and asks the ...
Post by: unnicole on Jan 24, 2018
An older adult patient reports frequent nighttime awakening because of arthritis pain and asks the nurse about taking an over-the-counter product to help with this problem. The nurse will recommend that the patient discuss which medication with the provid
 
  a. Ibuprofen (Motrin)
  b. Nytol
  c. Sominex
  d. Tylenol PM


Title: An older adult patient reports frequent nighttime awakening because of arthritis pain and asks the ...
Post by: stevie0912 on Jan 24, 2018
ANS: D
The main sleep problem experienced by older adults is frequent nighttime awakening. To alleviate pain and aid sleep, the OTC drug Tylenol PM, which contains diphenhydramine and acetaminophen may be taken. Ibuprofen occasionally helps if it can alleviate the discomfort that hinders sleep.


Title: An older adult patient reports frequent nighttime awakening because of arthritis pain and asks the ...
Post by: unnicole on Jan 24, 2018
I know you spent a lot of time finding this because I swear it wasn't in my textbook