A nurse is providing patient education regarding over-the-counter medications. To evaluate the patient's learning, the nurse asks the patient which of these medications are considered over-the-counter medications. What is her response?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
b. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
c. Sildenafil (Viagra)
d. Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
e. Ibuprofen (Motrin)
ANS: A, B, E
Acetaminophen, diphenhydramine, and ibuprofen are all over-the-counter medications. Cipro and Viagra are not.
Acetaminophen, diphenhydramine, and ibuprofen are all over-the-counter medications and therefore do not require a prescription from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner. Cipro and Viagra do require a prescription from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, therefore they are not over-the-counter medications.
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