A client has had minor surgery and asks the nurse what he can use for pain. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to suggest?
A) Aspirin
B) Diflunisal
C) Magnesium salicylate
D) Acetaminophen
Ans: D
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After minor or major surgery, the client should avoid salicylates to reduce the risk for bleeding and use acetaminophen for pain control.
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