The nurse plans to teach a class on acetaminophen (Tylenol) to mothers with young children. What will the best plan by the nurse include?
1. "It is best to give your child acetaminophen (Tylenol) with a high-carbohydrate meal."
2. "Read the labels of all over-the-counter (OTC) medications for the amount of acetaminophen (Tylenol) in them."
3. "Acetaminophen (Tylenol) will only need to be given once a day because it is long-lasting."
4. "It is okay to substitute a baby aspirin for acetaminophen (Tylenol) if you run out of acetaminophen (Tylenol)."
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: There is no indication that Tylenol should be given with high-carbohydrate foods.
Rationale 2: It is very easy for parents of young children to overdose them with acetaminophen (Tylenol). All medication labels should be read.
Rationale 3: The duration of action of acetaminophen (Tylenol) is only 3–4 hours.
Rationale 4: Aspirin is not recommended for children due to the possibility of Reye's Syndrome.
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