A nurse is presenting an educational event for a group of new parents. One topic that the nurse addresses is the overuse of acetaminophen, which can cause liver toxicity. What would the nurse tell the parents it is important to do?
A) "Do not give acetaminophen (Tylenol) unless you receive a doctor's order."
B) "Check the label of over-the-counter (OTC) medications carefully to watch for inclusions of acetaminophen in the ingredients."
C) "Monitor their child's temperature carefully and regulate the Tylenol dose based on the fever."
D) "Mix OTC children's medications to get the best coverage for their child's symptoms."
B
Feedback:
Inadvertent overdose with acetaminophen frequently occurs because of the combining of OTC drugs that contain the same ingredients. Parents should be taught to carefully check the labels of OTC products and follow the dosage guidelines. A prescription is not required for acetaminophen. Dosage guidelines are the best guide to follow to prevent overdose.
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