A client is prescribed diflunisal. The nurse understands that this drug is being used for which of the following?
A) Reducing elevated body temperature
B) Decreasing the risk of myocardial infarction
C) Reducing the risk of transient ischemic attacks
D) Relieving mild to moderate pain
Ans: D
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Diflunisal is used for relieving mild to moderate pain. Unlike other salicylates, diflunisal is not used as an antipyretic (reducing body temperature). It does not reduce the risk of transient ischemic attacks or decrease the risk of myocardial infarction.
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