A client has been taking NSAIDs for arthritic pain. For what should the nurse monitor the client?
1. Irregular heart rhythms
2. Occult blood in the stool
3. Tinnitus
4. Acoustic toxicity
Answer: 2
1. Irregular heart rhythms are a side effect of many different drugs but not NSAIDs.
2. Occult blood would be a sign of gastrointestinal bleeding, a common side effect of NSAIDs.
3. Tinnitus is seen with aspirin and some antibiotics.
4. Acoustic toxicity can be seen with aspirin and some antibiotics.
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