A person has been diagnosed with primary dysmenorrhea and wants to know why ibuprofen is a good choice for pain control. What response by the health care professional is best?
a. “It inhibits the release of leukotrienes in your system.”
b. “It reduces the production of prostaglandins in your body.”
c. “It enhances the effects of bradykinin release.”
d. “It contributes to a higher C reactive protein in your blood.”
Answer: b. “It reduces the production of prostaglandins in your body.”
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