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Which of the following points should a nurse include in the teaching plan for a patient who has been prescribed a nonopioid analgesic?
 
  A) Discontinue the dosage of the drug immediately if symptoms disappear.
  B) Take any over-the-counter (OTC) drug if pain increases.
  C) Contact physician if temperature remains high even after 3 days.
  D) Contact physician if severe or recurrent pain persists for more than 10 days.

Question 2

A nurse would be especially alert for the development of liver failure in which client when administering acetaminophen?
 
  A) Client with diabetes
  B) Client who consumes alcohol habitually
  C) Client with hypertension
  D) Client with a urinary tract infection



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
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The nurse should instruct the patient to consult the primary health care provider if severe or recurrent pain persists for more than 10 days. No over-the-counter (OTC) drugs should be taken without first consulting the primary health care provider. If the drug is used to reduce fever, contact the primary health care provider if the temperature continues to remain elevated for more than 1 day, not 3 days.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
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The risk of liver failure during acetaminophen therapy increases in clients who drink alcohol habitually. Clients with diabetes, high blood pressure, or urinary tract infections are not at a significantly greater risk for liver failure.





 

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