Which client statement would the nurse evaluate as indicating the goal of treatment with an anti-inflammatory drug has been met?
1. "My fever went away yesterday."
2. "I've not been coughing up so much phlegm."
3. "The skin over my knee is red and hot to the touch."
4. "The pain in my shoulder is much relieved."
5. "My rash is spreading."
Correct Answer: 1,4
Rationale 1: Fever reduction is a goal of treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs.
Rationale 2: Reduction of secretions is not a goal of treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs.
Rationale 3: Redness and heat are symptoms of inflammation. The therapy may not be working in this client.
Rationale 4: Pain is a sign of inflammation. Reduction of pain indicates that the anti-inflammatory medication is working.
Rationale 5: The goal of anti-inflammatory medications would be that the rash resolved. Since it is spreading, the goal has not been met.
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