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An older patient takes ibuprofen for arthritis pain. The patient tells the nurse that the ibuprofen causes gastrointestinal (GI) upset. Which action will the nurse take with this patient?

a. Ask the provider about having the patient take a different medication.
b. Instruct the patient to cut the ibuprofen dose in half to avoid GI upset.
c. Explain that all drugs have adverse effects.
d. Explore options to help decrease the drug side effects.

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