The nurse at a family health clinic is discussing pharmacological options surrounding pain management for a client with osteoarthritis. Which of the following is true regarding NSAIDs and acetaminophen?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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The nurse at a family health clinic is discussing pharmacological options surrounding pain management for a client with osteoarthritis. Which of the following is true regarding NSAIDs and acetaminophen? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Both NSAIDs and acetaminophen interact with warfarin

Answer

Acetaminophen should be avoided in patients with severe liver impairment, while NSAIDs may be used

Answer

Acetaminophen can be safely combined with opioids, while NSAIDs cannot

Answer

Acetaminophen carries a higher risk of GI toxicity than NSAIDs do

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