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A patient prescribed a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) ,naproxen (Aleve,Naprosyn) ,for treatment of arthritis complains of stomach upset.What should the nurse instruct the patient to do?

A) Notify the prescriber immediately.
B) Take the medication with food.
C) Take the medication with 8 ounces of water.
D) Take the medication before bedtime.

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

A class of drugs that reduce pain, decrease fever, prevent blood clots, and in higher doses, decrease inflammation.

Naproxen

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain, fever, swelling, and stiffness.

  • Absorb the foundational concepts of pain management, spanning therapies that involve pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies.
  • Recognize the importance of patient education and the risk factors for adverse effects in pain management.
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