The client has been prescribed Percocet for pain. What should the nurse advise this client to avoid?
1. Green, leafy vegetables
2. Increased fluids
3. Vitamin supplements
4. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Green, leafy vegetables are not contraindicated for a client taking Percocet.
Rationale 2: Increased fluids help to prevent constipation.
Rationale 3: Vitamin supplements are not contraindicated for a client taking Percocet.
Rationale 4: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) should be avoided if a client is taking Percocet because it contains acetaminophen.
Global Rationale: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) should be avoided if a client is taking Percocet because it contains acetaminophen. Green, leafy vegetables are not contraindicated for a client taking Percocet. Increased fluids help to prevent constipation. Vitamin supplements are not contraindicated for a client taking Percocet.
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