The nurse is caring for an older adult client prescribed acetaminophen (Tylenol), as needed, for ...

Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Reduced metabolism will result in extended duration of the drug.
Rationale 2: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) has a long half-life and remains in tissues longer, resulting in toxicity. The health care provider may prescribe longer dosing intervals.
Rationale 3: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) has a long half-life and remains in tissues longer resulting in toxicity. The health care provider may prescribe a lower dose.
Rationale 4: Creatinine clearance tests kidney function, not hepatic function.
Rationale 5: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) does not cause nausea.
Global Rationale: Reduced metabolism will result in extended duration of the drug; therefore, the client may ask for the medication less frequently. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) has a long half-life and remains in tissues longer, resulting in toxicity. The health care provider may prescribe longer dosing intervals and at lower dosages. Creatinine clearance tests kidney function, not hepatic function. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) does not cause nausea.