When performing a baseline neurologic assessment prior to the administration of an NSAID medication, the nurse will assess which patient characteristic(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Vital signs
b. Orientation to date, time, and place
c. Mental alertness
d. Bowel sounds
e. Concurrent use of anticoagulant agents
ANS: B, C
Orientation to date, time, and place as well as assessment of mental alertness is a component of a baseline neurologic assessment to be completed prior to medicating with an NSAID. Vital signs, bowel sounds, and assessment of concurrent use of anticoagulant drugs are not considered components of a neurologic assessment.
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