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anshika

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An older adult is taking an oral opioid drug at home for pain control. Which precaution to prevent injury is important for you to teach this patient?
 
  a. Increase room lighting to reduce the risk for tripping.
  b. Sleep in a sitting position to reduce respiratory problems.
  c. Drink at least 3 L of fluids daily to reduce constipation.
  d. Avoid drinks containing caffeine to prevent inactivating the drug.

Question 2

A patient taking warfarin (Coumadin) has mild to moderate pain after exercising. Which over-the-counter pain reliever should you recommend?
 
  a. Aspirin (Bufferin)
  b. Ibuprofen (Advil)
  c. Naproxen (Aleve)
  d. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)


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joshraies

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

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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