A patient who has osteoarthritis with mild to moderate pain asks the nurse about taking over-the-counter ibuprofen (Motrin). What will the nurse tell this patient?
a. "It may take several weeks to achieve therapeutic effects."
b. "Unlike aspirin, there is no increased risk of bleeding with ibuprofen."
c. "Take ibuprofen twice daily for maximum analgesic benefit."
d. "Combine ibuprofen with acetaminophen for best effect."
ANS: A
OTC NSAIDs can be effective for mild to moderate arthritis pain, but the effects may not appear for several weeks. NSAIDs carry a risk for bleeding. Ibuprofen is taken every 4 hours or QID. Ibuprofen should not be combined with aspirin or acetaminophen.
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