The nurse is providing instructions to a client who is prescribed a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Which information is priority for the nurse to explain to the client about this medication?
A) "Take your medication on an empty stomach."
B) "Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day while taking your medication."
C) "Constipation is common with your medication; include roughage in your diet."
D) "Take your medication with food."
Answer: B
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are nephrotoxic; keeping the client well hydrated will help prevent kidney damage. Taking the medication with food will decrease gastrointestinal (GI) irritation, but preventing kidney damage is more of a priority. Taking the medication on an empty stomach will increase gastrointestinal (GI) irritation. Constipation is not an issue with NSAIDs.
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