The nurse explains to the client that the morning stiffness of arthritis may be decreased by:
a. giving the largest dose of aspirin at bedtime.
b. giving a single large dose of aspirin upon awakening.
c. dividing the daily dose of aspirin evenly over 24 hours.
d. combining aspirin with other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Giving the largest dose of aspirin at bedtime may decrease morning joint stiffness.
B Incorrect: This will not relieve early morning stiffness, because a morning dose needs 45-60 minutes for the effect to be felt.
C Incorrect: This will not relieve morning stiffness.
D Incorrect: This will not address morning stiffness.
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