A nurse is taking the health history of a client who is to have surgery in one week. The nurse identifies that the client is taking ibuprofen (advil) for discomfort associated with osteoarthritis and notifies the health care provider. Which drug does the nurse expect with MOST likely be prescribed instead of the Advil?
a) naproxen (aleve)
b) ibuprofen (motrin)
c) ketorolac (toradol)
d) acetaminophen (tylenol)
Answer: d) acetaminophen (tylenol)
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a. Applying a hydrocolloid dressing b. Assessing the dimensions of the wound c. Reporting visible drainage on dressing d. Changing the first postoperative dressing
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1. Choosing the treatment 2. Educating the patient about the medication 3. Diagnosing the patient's problem 4. Starting the treatment
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a. "I want nursing assistants to be on time for report." b. "Neat appearance means good clinical skills." c. "Nursing assistants who are late intend to take advantage of co-workers." d. "Beware of nursing assistants who smile a lot. They're manipulative."
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A) Seborrhea B) Psoriasis C) Abrasions D) Eczema