A patient taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) tells the nurse that the drug causes an upset stomach. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "Always take this drug with food or with milk."
b. "Stop taking the drug and notify your prescriber."
c. "Try chewing the drug instead of swallowing it whole."
d. "Take the drug on an empty stomach to avoid vomiting."
A
Upset stomach is a common side effect for NSAIDs. Most of the time, this side effect can be reduced or avoided by ensuring that the drug is taken on a full stomach, with food, or with milk.
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a. "Is your type 2 diabetes well managed?" b. "Have you ever been diagnosed with renal failure?" c. "Do you have a history of pancreatitis?" d. "Are you on medication for hyperthyroidism?" e. "Have you ever been diagnosed with malnutrition?"
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a. visit the local area b. ensure your health and safety are paramount at all times c. find out how nurses are educated in the country you are visiting d. write a daily reflective diary