A patient with a history of hepatomegaly secondary to cirrhosis is admitted to a medical-surgical unit. Among the patient's many medications, acetaminophen (Tylenol) is prescribed
The nurse understands that this drug should not be used in patients with impaired liver function. Which term describes the nurse's understanding of the relationship between acetaminophen and its use in patients with impaired liver function? a. An indication
b. A precaution
c. A relative indication
d. An absolute contraindication
D
An absolute contraindication refers to a pre-existing condition that precludes use of a particular drug under all but the most desperate circumstances.
An indication refers to the purpose for which a medication is given.
A precaution is a pre-existing condition that significantly increases the risk of an adverse reaction to a particular drug but not to a degree that makes it life-threatening.
A relative indication refers to the most likely reason a medication is given.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: pp. 6-7 | p. 10
TOP: Nursing Process: Assessment
MSC: NCLEX Client Needs Category: Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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