The nurse instructs an older adult client with arthritis on the side effects of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) therapy
Which client statement would indicate that teaching had been effective?
A) "I will report any abnormal bruising."
B) "Caffeine will decrease the effectiveness of the medication."
C) "I cannot take other medications."
D) "If I have a change in my mood I will call the prescriber."
Answer: A
Older adult clients are at risk for increased bleeding with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) therapy. The client should be taught to report any abnormal bruising, which may indicate bleeding. Older adult clients often take several medications, and refraining from taking them with NSAIDs is an unrealistic outcome. Mood changes are not a side effect of NSAID therapy. There is no reason for avoiding use of caffeine while using an NSAID.
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