Which of the following points should a nurse include in the teaching plan for a patient who has been prescribed a nonopioid analgesic?
A) Discontinue the dosage of the drug immediately if symptoms disappear.
B) Take any over-the-counter (OTC) drug if pain increases.
C) Contact physician if temperature remains high even after 3 days.
D) Contact physician if severe or recurrent pain persists for more than 10 days.
Ans: D
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The nurse should instruct the patient to consult the primary health care provider if severe or recurrent pain persists for more than 10 days. No over-the-counter (OTC) drugs should be taken without first consulting the primary health care provider. If the drug is used to reduce fever, contact the primary health care provider if the temperature continues to remain elevated for more than 1 day, not 3 days.
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