An older patient with mild arthritis pain asks the nurse what can be taken to help with the minor discomfort. How should the nurse respond to this patient?
1. Ibuprofen should be used on an empty stomach.
2. Aspirin in the best choice because it has fewer side effects.
3. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a good choice for mild pain, but check with your doctor.
4. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications are used for patients with a stomach ulcer history.
Question 2
REM (rapid eye movement) sleep
A) is when dreaming occurs.
B) is necessary for physical restoration.
C) is accompanied by slowing of the heart rate and a fall in blood pressure.
D) involves sudden sustained muscle contractions in the extremities.
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