Author Question: When describing the properties of ibuprofen to a group of individuals attending a community health ... (Read 54 times)

mspears3 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

When describing the properties of ibuprofen to a group of individuals attending a community health promotion presentation, the nurse would integrate knowledge of which of the following? Select all that apply.

A) Anti-inflammatory
B) Analgesic
C) Antipruritic
D) Antipyretic
E) Antibacterial

Question 2

A nurse is reviewing the medication history for a client who is to receive salicylate therapy. Which of the following if noted by the nurse would lead the nurse to closely monitor the client for salicylism?

A) Antacids
B) Anticoagulants
C) Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
D) Activated charcoal

ngr69 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, D
Feedback:
Like the salicylates, the NSAIDS have anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic effects. They do not exert antipruritic or antibacterial properties.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Feedback:
The use of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, used to lower intraocular pressure, along with salicylates places the client at increased risk for salicylism. Combined use of anticoagulants and salicylates increases the client's risk for bleeding. Combined use of antacids with salicylates decreases the absorption of the salicylates. Combined use of activated charcoal with salicylates causes a decrease in the effects of salicylates.