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Bernana

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A client reports taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) to control osteoarthritis. Which instruction should the nurse give the patient requiring long-term acetaminophen use?
 
  1) Caution the patient against combining acetaminophen with alcohol.
  2) Explain that acetaminophen increases the risk for bleeding.
  3) Advise taking acetaminophen with meals to prevent gastric irritation.
  4) Explain that physical dependence may occur with long-term oral use.

Question 2

Which pain management task can be safely delegated to nursing assistive personnel?
 
  1) Assessing the quality and intensity of the patient's pain
  2) Evaluating the effectiveness of pain medication
  3) Providing a therapeutic back massage
  4) Administering oral dose of acetaminophen


tuate

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 3


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