A client has been prescribed acetaminophen and has been instructed by the nurse not to take any ...

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Acetaminophen is not implicated in bleeding.
Rationale 2: Many over-the-counter medications contain acetaminophen that could cause the client to inadvertently overdose.
Rationale 3: Reye's syndrome occurs when children under the age of 18 are administered aspirin or other salicylates due to flu-like symptoms.
Rationale 4: Many clients require multiple medications for pain; however, they should be closely monitored by their health care provider.
Global Rationale: Acetaminophen is a primary alternative to NSAIDs when patients have a contraindication to taking aspirin or ibuprofen. It is frequently combined with other OTC cold and flu preparations and with opioid analgesics. Patients taking acetaminophen routinely should be careful to avoid overdose. Acetaminophen is not implicate in bleeding and does not increase risk for Reye's syndrome. More than one medication for pain may be necessary.