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lunatika

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient taking oxycodone with acetaminophen (Percocet) for pain at home 3 days after fracturing an ankle reports constipation and continuing moderate to severe pain that is relieved by the prescribed drug. What is your best advice?
 
  a. Either increase the time between drug doses or take only half the dose at each scheduled time.
  b. Stop taking the Percocet and switch to acetaminophen alone.
  c. Wrap your foot tightly and walk for at least 30 minutes daily.
  d. Drink at least 3 L of fluid daily and increase fiber intake.

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What is the most important question to ask before administering the first dose of celecoxib (Celebrex) to a patient?
 
  a. Do you floss your teeth daily?
  b. Are you allergic to sulfa drugs?
  c. Do you have diabetes mellitus?
  d. Have you ever had glaucoma?


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macybarnes

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

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


lunatika

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Gracias!

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