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Pineapplelove6

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A client is prescribed diflunisal. The nurse understands that this drug is being used for which of the following?
 
  A) Reducing elevated body temperature
  B) Decreasing the risk of myocardial infarction
  C) Reducing the risk of transient ischemic attacks
  D) Relieving mild to moderate pain

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a salicylate for pain relief. The nurse would assess the client for which of the following suggesting salicylism?
 
  A) Constipation
  B) Bradycardia
  C) Sleeplessness
  D) Flushing


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
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Diflunisal is used for relieving mild to moderate pain. Unlike other salicylates, diflunisal is not used as an antipyretic (reducing body temperature). It does not reduce the risk of transient ischemic attacks or decrease the risk of myocardial infarction.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
Flushing is one of the symptoms of salicylism that the nurse should monitor for. Tachycardia, not bradycardia, is a symptom of salicylism. Sleeplessness and constipation are not symptoms of salicylism.


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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