Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a medication that is commonly used by older adults. What is a serious potential side effect of acetaminophen?
a. Decreased nutrient absorption in the bowel
b. Chronic diarrhea
c. Liver damage
d. Fecal impaction
C
Acetaminophen toxicity can cause serious liver damage. Use of acetaminophen can be related to diarrhea (response B), but it is not life-threatening. Acetaminophen is not associated with decreased nutrient absorption (response A) or fecal impaction (response D).
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a. addiction. b. psychologic dependence. c. tolerance. d. withdrawal syndrome.
The nurse is teaching the parents of a child with recurrent headaches methods to modify behavior patterns that increase the risk of headache. Which statement by the parents indicates understanding the teaching?
a. "We will allow the child to miss school if a headache occurs." b. "We will respond matter-of-factly to requests for special attention." c. "We will be sure to give much attention to our child when a headache occurs." d. "We will be sure our child doesn't have to perform at a band concert if a headache occurs."