A client is being treated at the internal medicine office for complaints of a stiff neck after a motor vehicle accident (MVA). He has been taking NSAIDs for the past 3 months. What should the nurse instruct the client to do?
a. Report hematuria or any signs of GI bleeding immediately.
b. Monitor glucose daily while taking this medication.
c. Take this medication on an empty stomach.
d. Continue taking this medication until the MVA lawsuit is settled.
a. Report hematuria or any signs of GI bleeding immediately.
FEEDBACK:
a. Hematuria or any signs of GI bleeding must be reported to the health care provider immediately as this can be a medical emergency.
b. Blood glucose monitoring is not indicated. .
c. NSAIDS should be taken with meals or milk to lessen the possibility of GI side effects. .
d. This medication should be taken as needed for inflammation and pain, not for secondary gains. .
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