The health care practitioner prescribes naproxen (Naprosyn), an NSAID for inflammation of the sciatic nerve. What instructions should a nurse give to a client receiving NSAIDs?
a. This medication should be taken with meals or milk.
b. This medication should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
c. This medication should only be taken for short periods as it can lead to physical dependence.
d. This medication is an over-the-counter (OTC) drug and does not require a prescription.
a. This medication should be taken with meals or milk.
FEEDBACK:
a. This medication should be taken with meals or milk to reduce GI side effects.
b. This medication should be taken with meals or milk to reduce GI side effects. .
c. NSAIDs are frequently given for lengthy time periods in maintenance doses as low as possible. .
d. This medication requires a prescription and should be taken as directed by the prescribing health care provider. .
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