Author Question: The duration of action for most opiates is how long? 1. 2 hours 2. 4 hours 3. 6 hours 4. 8 ... (Read 65 times)

B · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The duration of action for most opiates is how long?

1. 2 hours
2. 4 hours
3. 6 hours
4. 8 hours

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to discharge a client home with a prescription for ibuprofen. What should the nurse instruct as a common side effect of this medication?

1. Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding
2. Shakiness
3. Tremors
4. Rash

Ashley I · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: The duration of action for most opiates is 4 hours.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The most common side effect of NSAIDs, including ibuprofen, is gastrointestinal, such as heartburn or indigestion.
Rationale 2: Shakiness is not a common side effect of NSAIDs.
Rationale 3: Tremors are not a common side effect of NSAIDs.
Rationale 4: A rash is not a common side effect of NSAIDs.